How To Fix PQ052 - Select a language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PQ - HR-PD: Personnel Development

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Select a language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PQ052 - Select a language ?

  The SAP error message PQ052 "Select a language" typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or function in SAP without having a language selected or when the system cannot determine the user's preferred language. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when logging into the SAP system or when accessing specific applications.
  Cause:
  
  No Language Selected: The user has not selected a language during the login process.
  User Profile Issue: The user profile may not have a default language set.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may not be configured to support the desired language.
  Browser or Client Settings: If using a web-based interface, browser settings may not be correctly configured to support language selection.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Language at Login:
  
  When logging into SAP, ensure that you select a language from the dropdown menu on the login screen. Common options include English (EN), German (DE), etc.
  
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  If you have access, check your user profile settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure that a default language is set. 
  Navigate to the "Defaults" tab and verify that the "Logon Language" field is filled in with the desired language code.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, check the system configuration to ensure that the desired languages are installed and activated in the SAP system. This can be done using transaction SMLT (Language Transport).
  
  
  
  Browser Settings:
  
  If accessing SAP through a web browser, ensure that the browser settings are configured to support the desired language. Clear the cache and cookies if necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, contact your SAP system administrator or support team for further assistance. They may need to check system logs or configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to language selection errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user settings and language configurations.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to select their preferred language during the login process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PQ052 error and successfully select a language in SAP.