How To Fix QS223 - Logon language & is not the same as the plant language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Logon language & is not the same as the plant language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS223 - Logon language & is not the same as the plant language ?

  The SAP error message QS223 indicates that there is a mismatch between the logon language of the user and the language settings of the plant in the SAP system. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with plant-specific data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The user logs into the SAP system using a language that is different from the language assigned to the plant in the system.
  The plant has been configured to use a specific language for its data, and the user’s logon language does not match this configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QS223 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Change User Logon Language:
  
  Log out of the SAP system.
  When logging back in, select the appropriate logon language that matches the plant's language settings. This is usually done on the initial logon screen.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Language Settings:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can check the language settings for the plant:
  
  Go to transaction code OVX5 (or SPRO for configuration).
  Navigate to the relevant settings for the plant and check the language configuration.
  
  
  Ensure that the plant is set up to support the language you are using.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  If the user frequently works with multiple plants, consider updating the user profile to include multiple languages or to set a default language that matches the most commonly used plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Admin:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the logon language or plant settings, contact your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Profile Management: Users can manage their logon language settings in their user profile (transaction code SU01).
  Language Support in SAP: SAP supports multiple languages, and the language settings can be configured at various levels, including user, client, and plant.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on language settings and user management.
  
  By ensuring that the logon language matches the plant language, you should be able to resolve the QS223 error and continue working without issues.