How To Fix RMSL_WUI196 - Language key is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL_WUI - Labeling Web UI: RMSL Class Messages Converted for Web UI

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Language key is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSL_WUI196 - Language key is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RMSL_WUI196, which states "Language key is invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the language settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when a user tries to access a transaction or report that requires a specific language setting that is not recognized or is incorrectly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Language Key: The language key specified in the user profile or in the transaction is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Missing Language Installation: The required language pack may not be installed in the SAP system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have an incorrect or unsupported language setting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the language settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to the user profile settings (transaction code SU01).
  Verify the language key in the user profile. Ensure it is set to a valid language (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, etc.).
  
  
  
  Install Missing Language Packs:
  
  If the required language is not installed, you may need to install the appropriate language pack. This typically requires administrative access to the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SMLT to check the installed languages and add any missing ones.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Configuration:
  
  Check the system configuration for language settings. This can be done using transaction code SMLT or by consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  Ensure that the language key you are trying to use is supported by the system.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Settings:
  
  If the error occurs in a specific transaction, check if the transaction is configured to support the language you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Keys: Common language keys include EN (English), DE (German), FR (French), etc. Ensure that the key you are using is valid.
  User Settings: Users can change their language settings in the SAP GUI by selecting the desired language at the logon screen.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on language settings and user profiles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSL_WUI196 error and ensure that the language settings in your SAP system are correctly configured.