How To Fix /SPE/IM_CO108 - The language code &1 cannot be recognized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/IM_CO -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: The language code &1 cannot be recognized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/IM_CO108 - The language code &1 cannot be recognized ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/IM_CO108 The language code &1 cannot be recognized typically indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified language code in a particular context, often related to text processing or language-dependent data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code provided may not be valid or recognized by the SAP system. This could be due to a typo or an unsupported language code.
  Missing Language Configuration: The language may not be configured in the SAP system. If the language is not installed or activated, the system will not recognize it.
  Data Entry Error: The error may arise from incorrect data entry in a transaction or program where the language code is specified.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not handle language codes correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Code: Verify that the language code you are using is correct. Common language codes include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  ES for Spanish
  Ensure that the code is spelled correctly and follows the standard format.
  
  
  
  Language Configuration: 
  
  Go to transaction SMLT to check if the language is installed in your SAP system.
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it using the appropriate transport request or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If the error occurs in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles language codes. Check for any hardcoded values or assumptions that may lead to this error.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate further if needed.
  Language Settings: You can check the language settings in user profiles via transaction SU01 or SU3.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for language handling and configuration to understand how languages are managed within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.