How To Fix TD096 - Language & not imported as it is not installed in target system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Language & not imported as it is not installed in target system

What causes this issue?

The specified language version of the style/layout set was not imported
as the language is not installed in the target system.

System Response

The language version of the style/layout set is not imported.

How to fix this error?

In order to import the language version, the specified language must be
installed in the target system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD096 - Language & not imported as it is not installed in target system ?

  The SAP error message TD096 indicates that a specific language (denoted by "&") is not imported into the target system because it is not installed. This typically occurs during the transport of language-dependent objects or when trying to access language-specific data in a system that does not have the required language installed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Installation: The target SAP system does not have the specified language installed. This can happen if the language was not included during the initial installation of the SAP system or if it was removed later.
  Transport Request Issues: If you are trying to transport language-specific objects (like texts, translations, etc.) from one system to another, and the target system lacks the necessary language, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the system configuration may not be set up correctly to handle multiple languages.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Install the Missing Language:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and navigate to Transaction SMLT (Language Transport).
  Check the list of installed languages and see if the required language is missing.
  If it is missing, you can install it by using the Transaction SMLT and selecting the option to install a new language. You will need the appropriate language files and authorization to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If you are transporting language-specific objects, ensure that the target system has the required language installed before executing the transport.
  If the language is not needed, you can modify the transport request to exclude language-dependent objects.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is configured correctly to support multiple languages. This includes checking the language settings in the system profile and ensuring that the necessary language packs are available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to language installation and transport issues for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SE63: Translation Tools
  SPRO: Customizing (for system settings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to language installation or transport errors.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD096 error and ensure that the required language is available in your target SAP system.