How To Fix RIN098 - Language &1 could not be deleted. Only one language left.

RIN098 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RIN - RSCPINST

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Language &1 could not be deleted. Only one language left.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RIN098 - Language &1 could not be deleted. Only one language left. ?

  The SAP error message RIN098 indicates that you are trying to delete a language from the system, but it cannot be deleted because it is the only remaining language for a particular object (such as a text or a master data record). In SAP, certain objects must have at least one language available for them to function correctly, and the system prevents the deletion of the last language to maintain data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  You are attempting to delete a language that is the only one left for a specific object in the SAP system.
  The system requires at least one language to be present for the object to ensure that it can still be used and understood.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Usage: Before attempting to delete a language, check if it is the only language assigned to the object. You can do this by reviewing the language settings for the specific object in question.
  
  
  Add Another Language: