How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY002 - ISO language &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: ISO language &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY002 - ISO language &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY002 ISO language &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a language that is not installed or configured in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in scenarios where language-specific data or translations are required, but the specified language is not available.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Installation: The specified ISO language code (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German) is not installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of language settings in the SAP system.
  
  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 or by using the language installation transport.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Code:
  
  Double-check the ISO language code being used in your application or configuration to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Review the system configuration settings related to languages. This can be done in transaction SPRO under the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for any specific instructions related to language installation and configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the standard ISO language codes used in SAP. A list of these codes can be found in SAP documentation.
  Language Transport: Understand how language transport works in SAP, as it may involve moving language-specific data between systems.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to language installation or configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SMB/UTILITY002 ISO language &1 does not exist.