How To Fix /SMB/TRANSLATION097 - Please use one of release language as replaced language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TRANSLATION -

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Please use one of release language as replaced language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TRANSLATION097 - Please use one of release language as replaced language ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TRANSLATION097 typically indicates an issue related to language settings in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with translations or language-dependent data. The message suggests that the system requires a specific release language to be used as a replacement language.
  Cause:
  
  Language Configuration: The error often arises when the system is trying to access or display data in a language that is not properly configured or supported in the system.
  Missing Translations: It may occur if the translations for certain texts or data are missing in the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user’s language settings or the language settings of the transaction may not align with the available languages in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Go to the user profile settings and ensure that the language is set to a valid and supported language in the system.
  You can check the available languages in the system by using transaction code SMLT (Language Transport).
  
  
  
  Use a Supported Language:
  
  If the system prompts you to use a release language, switch to one of the supported release languages (e.g., English, German) that are configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Maintain Translations:
  
  If you are responsible for maintaining translations, ensure that the necessary translations are available for the required language. You can use transaction SE63 to manage translations.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue is related to a transport request, ensure that the transport request containing the necessary language data has been imported successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to language settings and translations for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves system configuration or deeper technical issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SE63: Translation Tools
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user language settings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to language settings and translations.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on language management and translation processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SMB/TRANSLATION097 and ensure that the appropriate language settings are in place.