How To Fix SCCL_MODEL020 - Translation language &1 is not supported in this system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCCL_MODEL - Custom Code Lists: Model Messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Translation language &1 is not supported in this system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCCL_MODEL020 - Translation language &1 is not supported in this system. ?

  The SAP error message SCCL_MODEL020 indicates that the translation language specified (denoted by &1) is not supported in the current SAP system configuration. This error typically arises when attempting to use a language that has not been installed or activated in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Installed: The specified language has not been installed in the SAP system.
  Language Not Activated: The language may be installed but not activated for use.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to support the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCCL_MODEL020 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check which languages are installed in your SAP system.
  Verify if the language code you are trying to use is listed.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you can install it using transaction code SMLT. You may need the appropriate authorization to perform this action.
  Follow the prompts to add the desired language.
  
  
  
  Activate Language:
  
  If the language is installed but not activated, you can activate it in the same transaction (SMLT) or through the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Language Code:
  
  Ensure that the language code you are using is correct. Language codes are typically in ISO 639-1 format (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on language settings and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SCC4: Client Administration (to check client settings)
  
  
  
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the standard language codes used in SAP to avoid input errors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to language support in your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCCL_MODEL020 error and ensure that the desired translation language is supported in your SAP system.