How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY150 - Language &1 (&2) is not installed - cannot activate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Language &1 (&2) is not installed - cannot activate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY150 - Language &1 (&2) is not installed - cannot activate ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY150 Language &1 (&2) is not installed - cannot activate typically indicates that the specified language (denoted by &1 for the language code and &2 for the language description) is not installed in the SAP system. This can occur when you attempt to activate or use a language that has not been properly set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Installed: The specified language has not been installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: There may be a typo or incorrect language code being referenced.
  Missing Language Packages: The necessary language packages for the specified language may not have been imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Install the Language:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and navigate to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport).
  Check if the language you are trying to activate is listed. If it is not, you will need to install it.
  If the language is listed but not installed, you can install it by following the appropriate procedures for language installation.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language code you are using is correct. You can verify the language codes in the SAP documentation or through the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Import Language Packages:
  
  If the language is not available, you may need to import the language packages. This can typically be done through the SAP Support Portal or by using the Software Update Manager (SUM) if you are performing a system upgrade.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or solutions related to this error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  System Administrator Assistance:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to install languages or make changes, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SMLT: To manage language installations.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed instructions on language installation and management.
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to language installation issues or the error message itself.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully activate the desired language in your SAP system.