How To Fix RIN216 - Table T002 contains the invalid language code &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RIN - RSCPINST

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Table T002 contains the invalid language code &1.

What causes this issue?

The invalid language &V1& was found in table T002.

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?

You can delete this invalid language from T002 during the
activation of the language configuration.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RIN216 - Table T002 contains the invalid language code &1. ?

  The SAP error message RIN216 indicates that there is an issue with the language code in the T002 table, which is used to store language-related information in the SAP system. The error message specifically states that the language code provided is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code specified in the system does not match any of the valid language codes defined in the T002 table.
  Missing Language Entry: The language code may not be present in the T002 table, meaning that the system does not recognize it as a valid language.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that lead to the incorrect assignment of language codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Language Code: Verify the language code that is causing the error. Ensure that it is a valid code according to the ISO 639 standard (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German).
  Review T002 Table: Access the T002 table in the SAP system (using transaction SE11 or SE16) and check if the language code exists. If it does not exist, you may need to add it.
  Add Missing Language: If the language code is missing, you can add it by:
  
  Going to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Entering the table name T002.
  Adding a new entry with the correct language code and its corresponding description.
  
  
  Check System Settings: Ensure that the system settings and configurations are correct. This includes checking the language settings in the client profile and ensuring that the language is supported by the SAP system.
  Transport Requests: If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the list of valid language codes in SAP. You can find this information in the SAP documentation or by checking the T002 table.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling language codes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the T002 table or to the language settings in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.