How To Fix SECURITY_POLICY007 - Language &1 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECURITY_POLICY - Error Messages: Configuration of Security Policies

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Language &1 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECURITY_POLICY007 - Language &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message SECURITY_POLICY007 with the description "Language &1 is unknown" typically occurs when the system encounters a language code that it does not recognize or that is not supported in the current configuration. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with user profiles, security policies, or language settings in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code provided (represented by &1 in the error message) is not valid or is not recognized by the SAP system.
  Missing Language Installation: The language may not be installed in the SAP system. SAP systems need to have specific language packs installed to support various languages.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of user profiles or security policies that reference an unsupported language.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Code: Verify the language code that is causing the error. Ensure that it is a valid SAP language code (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, etc.).
  Install Missing Language: If the language is not installed, you may need to install the necessary language pack. This can typically be done through the SAP Software Update Manager (SUM) or by using the SAP installation media.
  Update User Profile: If the error is related to a user profile, check the user settings in transaction SU01. Ensure that the language specified in the user profile is valid and supported.
  Review Security Policies: If the error arises from security policies, review the configuration in transaction PFCG (Profile Generator) to ensure that all referenced languages are valid and supported.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Language Codes: A list of valid SAP language codes can be found in the SAP documentation or by using transaction SMLT to view installed languages.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to user management and language settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SECURITY_POLICY007 error and ensure that your SAP system recognizes the specified language.