How To Fix /SRMSMC/CMN_BL116 - You have entered the target languages for translation incorrectly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CMN_BL -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: You have entered the target languages for translation incorrectly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL116 - You have entered the target languages for translation incorrectly ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL116 indicates that there is an issue with the target languages specified for translation in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's translation management, particularly when using the SAP Translation Hub or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Language Codes: The target languages may have been entered using incorrect or unsupported language codes.
  Missing Language Configuration: The languages specified may not be configured in the SAP system.
  Inconsistent Language Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the language settings between the source and target languages.
  Format Issues: The format in which the languages are entered may not conform to the expected input format.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Language Codes:
  
  Ensure that the language codes you are using are valid ISO language codes (e.g., EN for English, DE for German).
  Verify that the codes are entered correctly without any typos.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) or SE63 (Translation) to check if the target languages are properly configured in your SAP system.
  If the languages are not available, you may need to add them through the appropriate configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the source language and target languages are compatible and that there are no restrictions on the languages being used.
  Check if the source text is available in the specified source language.
  
  
  
  Correct Input Format:
  
  Make sure that the languages are entered in the correct format as required by the system. This may include using commas or semicolons to separate multiple languages.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on language settings and translation processes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE63 for translation and SMLT for language transport.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to translation issues or language configuration that may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform translation tasks in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL116.