How To Fix RIN081 - Language &1 could not be added. Maximum number exceeded.

RIN081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RIN - RSCPINST

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Language &1 could not be added. Maximum number exceeded.

What causes this issue?

You tried to add a language to the I18n language configuration. But this
was not possible because the maximum number of activate languages is
restricted to 240.

System Response

The language was not added to the I18n language configuration.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RIN081 - Language &1 could not be added. Maximum number exceeded. ?

  The SAP error message RIN081 indicates that the system has reached the maximum limit for the number of languages that can be added to a particular object, such as a material, document, or other master data. This typically occurs when you attempt to add a new language to an object that already has the maximum number of languages configured.
  
  Cause:
  
  Maximum Language Limit Reached: Each object type in SAP has a predefined limit on the number of languages that can be associated with it. If you try to add a language beyond this limit, you will encounter this error.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of languages may be set in the system configuration, which can vary based on the specific SAP implementation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Languages: Review the existing languages assigned to the object. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or screen where the object is maintained.
  Remove Unused Languages: If there