How To Fix TL285 - Language key & already exists

TL285 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Language key & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL285 - Language key & already exists ?

  The SAP error message TL285, which states "Language key & already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a language key in the SAP system that already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as when you are working with text elements, translations, or customizing language settings.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the language key you are attempting to use is already defined in the system. Each language key in SAP is unique, and the system does not allow duplicate entries for language keys.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TL285 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Language Keys:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE63 (Translation) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the language key you are trying to create already exists.
  You can also use transaction SMLT to view the languages installed in your system.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Language Key:
  
  If the language key you are trying to create is