How To Fix QS228 - Language & is not defined for code group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QS - QM: Master data

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Language & is not defined for code group &

What causes this issue?

Codes can be created only in the languages in which the code group is
also maintained.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the code group in the desired language.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QS228 - Language & is not defined for code group & ?

  The SAP error message QS228 ("Language & is not defined for code group &") typically occurs when there is an issue with the language settings for a specific code group in the Quality Management (QM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary language settings for the specified code group, which can prevent users from accessing or processing certain data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Configuration: The specified language is not defined in the system for the given code group. This can happen if the language has not been set up in the customizing settings for the code group.
  Incorrect Code Group: The code group being referenced may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the code group or language settings were recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to incomplete configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Quality Management > Quality Planning > Master Data > Code Groups.
  Check if the language in question is defined for the specific code group. If not, you may need to add the language.
  
  
  
  Define Language for Code Group:
  
  If the language is missing, you can define it by selecting the code group and adding the necessary language settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Code Group:
  
  Ensure that the code group you are trying to use is correctly defined and active in the system. You can check this in the same area of the IMG.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the code group or language settings. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for customizing settings.
  QS22 for managing code groups.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify code groups and language settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or QM functional team for further investigation.