How To Fix SKTU228 - Target language has not been defined for object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKTU - Translation: Long texts

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Target language has not been defined for object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKTU228 - Target language has not been defined for object ?

  The SAP error message SKTU228, which states "Target language has not been defined for object," typically occurs when there is an issue with the language settings for a particular object in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of translation or when working with multilingual data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Definition: The target language for the object you are trying to work with has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the object (like a text element, material description, etc.) has not been translated into the desired language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in your user profile or the configuration of the object may not be set correctly.
  Object Not Translated: The specific object you are trying to access may not have been translated into the target language, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Target Language:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction where the object is defined (e.g., SE63 for translation).
  Check if the target language is defined for the object. If not, you may need to create a translation for that object in the desired language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that your user profile is set to the correct language. You can check this in the user settings (transaction SU01).
  Verify that the language settings in the relevant configuration are correct.
  
  
  
  Translation Workbench:
  
  Use the Translation Workbench (transaction SE63) to manage translations. You can check if the object is available for translation and if the target language is defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to translations and language settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE63 (Translation), SU01 (User Maintenance), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPScript Forms).
  Language Codes: Ensure you are using the correct language codes as per SAP standards (e.g., EN for English, DE for German).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SKTU228 error and ensure that the target language is properly defined for the object in question.