How To Fix ST801 - Language & is not a development language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Language & is not a development language

What causes this issue?

You entered a language which is not an ABAP System development language
(at present German and English only).

System Response

You can create this entry. However, entries made in this language will
not appear in translation worklists.

How to fix this error?

For more information, contact the SAPterm terminology database
administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST801 - Language & is not a development language ?

  The SAP error message ST801 typically indicates that the language specified in the system is not recognized as a valid development language. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP development tools or when trying to create or modify objects in a language that is not supported for development purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Setting: The language specified in the user profile or in the system settings is not a valid development language.
  Missing Language Support: The required language pack may not be installed in the SAP system.
  User Profile Configuration: The user profile may be set to a language that is not configured for development activities.
  Transport Layer Issues: If you are working in a transport layer that does not support the specified language, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the language setting for the user profile. Ensure that it is set to a valid development language (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, etc.).
  
  
  
  Verify Language Installation:
  
  Check if the required language is installed in the SAP system. You can do this by going to transaction SMLT (Language Transport) and verifying the installed languages.
  
  
  
  Change Language in Development Environment:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the language set in the development settings is a valid one. You can change the language in the SAP GUI logon screen or by modifying the user settings.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Layer:
  
  Ensure that the transport layer you are working in supports the language you are trying to use. You can check this in transaction SE09 (Transport Organizer).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Development Languages: SAP supports multiple languages for development, but not all languages are suitable for development activities. Common development languages include English (EN), German (DE), French (FR), etc.
  Language Packs: Language packs can be installed or updated through the SAP Software Download Center or through the SAP Marketplace.
  User Settings: Users can change their language settings in the SAP GUI by selecting the desired language from the dropdown menu during login.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ST801 error and continue with your development activities in SAP.