How To Fix RSCRM124 - Language key & not recognized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRM - RSCRM: Messages

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Language key & not recognized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRM124 - Language key & not recognized ?

  The SAP error message RSCRM124 indicates that the language key specified in the system is not recognized. This typically occurs when there is an issue with the language settings in the SAP system, such as when a language is not installed or configured properly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Installation: The specified language is not installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Key: The language key provided in the configuration or user settings is incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If language-related transports were not imported correctly, it could lead to this error.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not supported or recognized by the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT to check the installed languages in your SAP system. Ensure that the language you are trying to use is listed there.
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it using the appropriate transport requests.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Key:
  
  Ensure that the language key you are using is correct. Common language keys include 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German, etc.
  Check for any typos or incorrect entries in the configuration or user settings.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings by going to transaction code SU01 and reviewing the user’s default language setting.
  If necessary, change the default language to a recognized one.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors related to language installation.
  Re-import the transport if necessary, ensuring that all language-related objects are included.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you have access to system configuration, ensure that the language settings in the system profile are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to language settings and installation for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to language settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Administration: If you are not an administrator, you may need to contact your SAP Basis team for assistance with language installation and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSCRM124 error and ensure that the language settings in your SAP system are correctly configured.