How To Fix R11426 - Language key &1 not available in system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R11 - Business Partner and BDT

• Message number: 426

• Message text: Language key &1 not available in system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R11426 - Language key &1 not available in system ?

  The SAP error message R11426, which states "Language key &1 not available in system," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a language that is not installed or configured in the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user tries to log in with a language that is not supported or when a report or transaction is executed in an unsupported language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Installation: The specified language (indicated by &1) has not been installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not available in the system.
  Transport Issues: If language packs were supposed to be transported to the system but were not, this could lead to the error.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to support the desired language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Install the Missing Language:
  
  Go to transaction SMLT (Language Transport) to check if the language is available for installation.
  If it is not installed, you may need to install the language using the appropriate transport request.
  
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the user profile settings.
  Ensure that the language set in the user profile is one that is available in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Availability:
  
  Use transaction SMLT to see the list of installed languages.
  If the language is not listed, you will need to install it.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is configured correctly to support multiple languages.
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to verify the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SE78: SAP Archive Link Administration (for language-related documents)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for documentation on language installation and configuration.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to language issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.