How To Fix TL057 - Language & not supported for Repository Switch

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Language & not supported for Repository Switch

What causes this issue?

A separate export of the tables affected by substitution is not
possible.

System Response

The export terminates.

How to fix this error?

Enter the language, together with the release/upgrade level for which
it is taking part in the substitution, in table LANGAUS. You can
maintain the table with transaction SE16.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL057 - Language & not supported for Repository Switch ?

  The SAP error message TL057 indicates that the specified language is not supported for the repository switch. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform a repository switch (for example, when changing the language of a transport request or during system upgrades) and the language you are trying to use is not available or not configured correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Language: The language you are trying to use is not installed or not supported in the SAP system.
  Missing Language Packages: The necessary language packages for the specified language may not be installed in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the language from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check which languages are installed in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the language you are trying to use is listed there.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you can install it using transaction code SMLT or by using the SAP Software Update Manager (SUM) to add the required language packages.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Check the language settings in the system profile and ensure that the language is correctly configured.
  You can also check the T002 table to see the list of languages and their status.
  
  
  
  Repository Switch:
  
  If you are performing a repository switch, ensure that the switch is being done for a language that is supported and installed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may be required after installing new language packages to ensure that all components recognize the new language.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check language-related tables)
  SE78: SAP Archive Link (for checking language-specific documents)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to language issues or repository switches.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on language installation and configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.