How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW818 - Source language does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Source language does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW818 - Source language does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW818 with the description "Source language does not exist" typically indicates that the system is trying to access or process data in a language that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Configuration: The language specified in the user settings or in the data being processed is not configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code being used may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be an issue with the data entry where a language that is not supported is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system settings and check the languages that are configured. You can do this by navigating to SPRO > SAP Reference IMG > General Settings > Set Countries and Languages.
  Ensure that the required language is listed and activated.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set. You can do this by going to SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the user’s default language.
  
  
  
  Correct Language Code:
  
  Verify that the language code being used in the transaction or data entry is correct. Refer to the SAP documentation for valid language codes.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the error occurs during data processing, validate the data being input to ensure that it does not reference a non-existent language.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) and SPRO (Customizing) for checking user settings and system configurations.
  Language Codes: Common language codes include 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German, 'FR' for French, etc. Ensure you are using the correct codes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW818 error message.