How To Fix /SRMSMC/ALM011 - Choose between recipient-specific or global language for reminder e-mails

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/ALM -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Choose between recipient-specific or global language for reminder e-mails

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/ALM011 - Choose between recipient-specific or global language for reminder e-mails ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/ALM011 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of reminder emails in the SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the system is unable to determine whether to send reminder emails in a recipient-specific language or a global language. This can occur in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or similar modules where notifications are sent to users.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system is not properly configured to handle language preferences for reminder emails. This could be due to missing settings in the customizing options for email notifications.
  User Preferences: The user profiles may not have a defined language preference, leading to ambiguity in how emails should be sent.
  Global vs. Recipient-Specific Settings: There may be conflicting settings between global language settings and individual recipient language settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Look for the settings related to email notifications and reminder emails.
  Ensure that you have defined whether to use a global language or recipient-specific languages.
  
  
  
  Review User Profiles:
  
  Check the user profiles of the recipients to ensure that they have a language preference set.
  You can do this by going to transaction SU01 and reviewing the user settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Email Notification Settings:
  
  If you want to use a global language, ensure that the global language is set correctly in the configuration.
  If you prefer recipient-specific languages, ensure that all recipients have their language preferences set.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the reminder email functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring email notifications and handling language settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SRMSMC/ALM011 and ensure that reminder emails are sent correctly according to the desired language settings.