How To Fix RECPSF033 - Language &1 (log-on language) is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECPSF - Correspondence Using Smart Forms

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Language &1 (log-on language) is not supported

What causes this issue?

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

INCLUDE RECP_SF_INVALID_DOC_LANGU OBJECT DOKU ID TX

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECPSF033 - Language &1 (log-on language) is not supported ?

  The SAP error message RECPSF033 indicates that the specified log-on language (denoted as &1 in the message) is not supported in the system. This can occur for various reasons, such as the language not being installed or configured properly in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Installed: The specified language may not be installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code used during logon may be incorrect or misspelled.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not supported.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to support the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check which languages are installed in your SAP system.
  If the required language is not listed, you may need to install it.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you can install it using the language transport tools. This typically requires administrative access and may involve downloading language packs from SAP.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Code:
  
  Ensure that the language code you are using to log in is correct. Common language codes include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  
  
  Check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure that the default logon language is set to a supported language.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is configured correctly to support the desired languages.
  
  
  
  Logon Language:
  
  If you are using a custom logon screen or a specific application, ensure that it is set up to support the desired language.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to language installation and configuration for specific guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on language support and installation procedures.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to select the correct logon language and understand the implications of language settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.