How To Fix SKTY214 - Language &1 is unknown in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKTY - Übersetzung: Kurztexte

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Language &1 is unknown in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKTY214 - Language &1 is unknown in the system ?

  The SAP error message SKTY214, which states "Language &1 is unknown in the system," typically occurs when the system encounters a language code that is not recognized or supported. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user tries to log in with a language that has not been installed or configured in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Language Code: The language code specified (e.g., 'EN', 'DE', etc.) is not available in the system.
  Missing Language Installation: The language has not been installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to a language that is not recognized by the system.
  Transport Issues: If language packs were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  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 will need to install it.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Language:
  
  If the language is missing, you can install it using transaction code SMLT. You may need to download the language package from SAP and follow the installation instructions.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings in transaction code SU01. Ensure that the language set for the user is one that is installed in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Language Environment:
  
  Ensure that the language environment is correctly set up in the system. This can involve checking the system parameters and configurations.
  
  
  
  Transport Language Packs:
  
  If language packs were transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. You can search for notes related to language installation or specific error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for details on language installation and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Administrator: If you are not the system administrator, it may be necessary to involve them to resolve the issue, especially for installations and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SKTY214 error and ensure that the required language is available in your SAP system.