How To Fix S#359 - Language &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Language &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#359 - Language &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message "S#359 Language &1 is not defined" typically indicates that the specified language (represented by &1) is not recognized or configured in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a transaction, report, or when performing data entry in a language that has not been set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Installed: The specified language has not been installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code used may be incorrect or misspelled.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not defined in the system.
  Missing Language-Specific Data: Language-specific data (like texts, labels, etc.) may not be available for the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check which languages are installed in your SAP system.
  If the required language is not listed, you may need to install it.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you can install it using transaction code SMLT or by using the appropriate transport request to add the language.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Code:
  
  Ensure that the language code you are using is correct. Common language codes include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  
  
  Check for typos or incorrect codes.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user settings by going to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and verify the default language setting for the user.
  Change the default language to a valid one if necessary.
  
  
  
  Language-Specific Data:
  
  If the language is installed but you still encounter issues, check if the necessary language-specific data is available for the application or module you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to language installation or configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for details on language settings and installation procedures.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "S#359 Language &1 is not defined" error in your SAP system.