How To Fix SKTE026 - Language version does not exist: &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKTE - Translation: Include External Texts

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Language version does not exist: &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKTE026 - Language version does not exist: &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message SKTE026 indicates that a specific language version of a text or data element does not exist in the system. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 typically represent the object type, object name, and language code, respectively. This error often occurs when the system is trying to access a text or data element that has not been translated or created in the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Version: The primary cause of this error is that the required language version of a text or data element is not available in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user may be trying to access a language that is not supported or not properly configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the language version was supposed to be transported from another system and the transport did not include the necessary language data, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Settings: Ensure that the language you are trying to access is correctly configured in the SAP system. You can check this in the user profile settings or system settings.
  Create Missing Translations: If the language version is indeed missing, you may need to create the necessary translations for the text or data element. This can be done using transaction codes like SE63 (Translation) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Transport Language Versions: If the language version exists in another system (like a development or quality assurance system), ensure that the transport request containing the language data is correctly imported into the target system.
  Check for Custom Developments: If the error is related to custom developments, ensure that all necessary texts have been translated and are available in the required language.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and language to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE63 (Translation), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPScript Forms), and SE80 (Object Navigator) can be useful for checking and managing translations.
  Language Configuration: You can check the available languages in the system using transaction code SMLT.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to language versions and translations.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.