How To Fix STRALAN_MSAG228 - Invalid selection of languages

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STRALAN_MSAG - Language Transport Messages

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Invalid selection of languages

What causes this issue?

You have selected languages that the system
a) does not recognize, or
b) that are not installed or translated in this system.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

You cannot perform a language export with these languages.

How to fix this error?

Use the F4 help to select valid languages.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STRALAN_MSAG228 - Invalid selection of languages ?

  The SAP error message "STRALAN_MSAG228 Invalid selection of languages" typically occurs when there is an issue with the language settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to generate reports, access certain transactions, or during data entry.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code entered may not be valid or recognized by the SAP system.
  Language Not Installed: The language you are trying to use may not be installed in the SAP system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have incorrect language settings or may not support the selected language.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system related to language settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Code: Ensure that the language code you are using is valid. Common language codes include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  ES for Spanish
  etc.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Languages: If the language is not installed, you may need to install it. This typically requires administrative access to the SAP system. You can check the installed languages in the system using transaction code SMLT.
  
  
  User Profile Settings: Verify the user profile settings. You can check the language settings in the user profile by using transaction code SU01 and entering the user ID. Ensure that the default language is set correctly.
  
  
  Check System Configuration: If you have access, check the system configuration for language settings. This can be done through transaction SPRO and navigating to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on language settings and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "Invalid selection of languages" error in SAP.