How To Fix SMARTFORMS123 - Language & is not allowed (enter a different text language)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Language & is not allowed (enter a different text language)

What causes this issue?

You want to edit a text. The specified text language is, however, not
available.

System Response

Editing is rejected.

How to fix this error?

The permitted language keys are listed in table T002. Check the entries
in this table.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS123 - Language & is not allowed (enter a different text language) ?

  The SAP error message "SMARTFORMS123 Language & is not allowed (enter a different text language)" typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a Smart Form in a language that is not supported or not configured in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as the language not being installed or activated in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Language: The language you are trying to use for the Smart Form is not supported or not installed in the SAP system.
  Missing Language Configuration: The language may not be configured properly in the system settings.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code entered may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT to check the installed languages in your SAP system. Ensure that the language you are trying to use is listed there.
  
  
  
  Add Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it. This typically requires administrative access and may involve using transaction code SMLT to add the language.
  
  
  
  Change Language in Smart Form:
  
  If the language is not necessary, you can change the language in the Smart Form to one that is supported. Open the Smart Form in transaction SMARTFORMS, and change the language in the header.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in your user profile are correct. You can check this in transaction SU01 under the "Defaults" tab.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the language codes or configurations, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create or modify Smart Forms.
  SMLT: To manage installed languages.
  SU01: To manage user profiles and settings.
  
  
  
  Language Codes: Make sure you are using the correct ISO language codes (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, etc.).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to Smart Forms and language settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully work with Smart Forms in the desired language.