How To Fix /SMB/CUSTOMIZING085 - Language &1 is not installed in the system. Cannot activate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Language &1 is not installed in the system. Cannot activate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CUSTOMIZING085 - Language &1 is not installed in the system. Cannot activate ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CUSTOMIZING085 Language &1 is not installed in the system. Cannot activate indicates that a specific language (denoted by &1) is not installed in your SAP system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to activate or use a language-dependent feature or customization, but the required language is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Installation: The specified language has not been installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Configuration: The system may be configured to use a language that is not supported or installed.
  Transport Request Issues: If you are trying to transport language-specific objects, the target system may not have the required language installed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check which languages are currently installed in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Install the Missing Language:
  
  If the required language is not installed, you will need to install it. This can typically be done through the SAP Software Download Center or by using the SAP installation media.
  Use transaction code SMLT to add the language. You may need to have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Activate Language:
  
  After installing the language, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the same SMLT transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  If you are working with specific customizing settings, ensure that they are correctly configured for the installed languages.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the error occurs during a transport, ensure that the target system has the required language installed before transporting language-dependent objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or solutions for this error. You can search for notes related to language installation and customizing.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on language installation and configuration.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully activate the required language in your SAP system.