How To Fix STRALAN_MSAG027 - Language locked, you cannot perform this action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STRALAN_MSAG - Language Transport Messages

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Language locked, you cannot perform this action

What causes this issue?

When an action is executed on a language, an ENQUEUE entry is used to
lock the language. This prevents multiple actions (for example, an
import and a supplementation) from being executed at the same time on
the same language.

System Response

The system attempts to lock the language befor you execute another
action on the language. If it cannot lock the language, this message
appears.

How to fix this error?

Wait until the action that is locking the language has finished.

Procedure for System Administrators

In rare cases (for example, if the system or a program crashes), a lock
may remain, even though no action is active.
If this is the case, you must remove the lock manually. To do this, use
Transaction SM12 and search for locks on the table T002C. Make sure
that no action is active before you remove the lock. To view the
language transport actions, go to the Transaction SM37 and search for
jobs that start with the prefix SAP-LANGUAGE.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STRALAN_MSAG027 - Language locked, you cannot perform this action ?

  The SAP error message STRALAN_MSAG027 indicates that the language you are trying to use is locked, which prevents you from performing the action you are attempting. This typically occurs in scenarios where language settings are restricted or when certain language-related configurations are not properly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Language Locking: The specific language you are trying to use is locked in the system. This can happen if the language is not fully installed or if there are restrictions placed on it by system administrators.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the necessary permissions to access the locked language.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may have been configured to restrict access to certain languages for specific users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Installation: Ensure that the language you are trying to use is fully installed in the SAP system. You can check this in the SAP GUI under the transaction code SMLT (Language Transport).
  User Profile Settings: Verify the user profile settings to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the language. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations.
  Contact System Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change language settings, contact your SAP system administrator. They can unlock the language or adjust the user permissions as needed.
  Change Language Settings: If possible, try switching to a different language that is not locked. You can do this by changing the language settings in the SAP GUI login screen.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SMLT for language transport and SU01 for user management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to language settings and user permissions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding language management and user authorizations for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to SAP support for further assistance.