How To Fix TL125 - Language file for special import of language & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Language file for special import of language & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have tried to import a language file that originates from a special
export.

System Response

The exported file has the extension .EXT. The system could not,
however, find any file with this name in the language directory that
you specified.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry of the language directory.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL125 - Language file for special import of language & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TL125 indicates that the system is unable to find the language file required for the special import of a specific language. This typically occurs when you are trying to import a language that has not been properly installed or configured in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Files: The language files for the specified language are not present in the system.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code you are trying to import may be incorrect or not supported.
  Incomplete Installation: The language may not have been fully installed or configured in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the language files were supposed to be transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Installation:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) and check if the language you are trying to import is listed.
  If it is not listed, you may need to install the language using transaction SMLT.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you can install it by using the SMLT transaction. Select the language you want to install and follow the prompts to complete the installation.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Code:
  
  Ensure that the language code you are using is correct. You can refer to the SAP documentation for a list of valid language codes.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  If the language files were supposed to be transported, check the transport directory to ensure that the files are present and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help in recognizing newly installed language files.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SE38: To run reports related to language installation.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to language installation and errors. You can search for TL125 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on language installation and configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.