How To Fix /SRMSMC/EXT_COMMON021 - Enter the Language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/EXT_COMMON -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Enter the Language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/EXT_COMMON021 - Enter the Language ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/EXT_COMMON021 Enter the Language typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or other SAP applications where language settings are required. This error indicates that the system expects a language input, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Parameter: The user did not specify a language when trying to access a particular function or transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle language settings, or the default language may not be set correctly.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have a default language assigned, leading to this error when the system tries to determine the language.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Language: When prompted with this error, you should enter a valid language code (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German) in the input field.
  Check User Profile: Ensure that your user profile has a default language set. You can do this by navigating to