How To Fix SV153 - No language was chosen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 153

• Message text: No language was chosen

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the function for creating texts in other languages, but
not selected any languages.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Logon language texts can be directly entered in the appropriate text
fields.
If you want to translate the texts into another language, you must
first choose a language.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV153 - No language was chosen ?

  The SAP error message SV153 "No language was chosen" typically occurs when a user attempts to access a transaction or function that requires a language selection, but no language has been specified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user logs into the SAP system or when accessing certain reports or screens.
  Cause:
  
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have a default language set.
  Session Parameters: The language parameter may not be passed correctly during the session initialization.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may not have the necessary language packs installed or configured properly.
  Browser or Client Settings: If using a web-based interface, the browser or client settings may not be configured to support language selection.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Set Default Language in User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter your user ID and click on "Change".
  In the "Defaults" tab, ensure that a default language is set (e.g., EN for English, DE for German).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Specify Language During Login:
  
  When logging into the SAP GUI, ensure that you select a language from the dropdown menu on the login screen.
  
  
  
  Check System Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the required language packs are installed in the SAP system. This can be checked by the system administrator.
  
  
  
  Browser Settings (if applicable):
  
  If accessing SAP through a web browser, check the browser settings to ensure that it supports the desired language.
  
  
  
  SAP GUI Configuration:
  
  If using SAP GUI, ensure that the GUI is properly configured to support multiple languages.
  
  
  
  Contact System Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, contact your SAP system administrator for further assistance. They may need to check system logs or configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to language settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user profile management and language settings.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to select their preferred language during login and understand the implications of language settings in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SV153 error and ensure that a language is properly chosen for your SAP session.