How To Fix TL290 - Language key & no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Language key & no longer exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL290 - Language key & no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message TL290 indicates that the specified language key no longer exists in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to access or display data in a language that has not been installed or is not available in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Installed: The language you are trying to use has not been installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Key: The language key specified may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Deletion: The data related to the specified language may have been deleted or not maintained properly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the language settings of the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Install the Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you can install it using transaction code SMLT (Language Transport). You will need to have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Follow the prompts to add the required language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Key:
  
  Verify that the language key you are using is correct. You can check the available languages in the system using transaction code SE63 (Translation) or by checking the language settings in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Maintain Language-Specific Data:
  
  If the language is installed but data is missing, ensure that the necessary translations and data entries are maintained for that language.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set. You can do this by going to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the user’s default language.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for any specific instructions related to the error message TL290.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SE63: Translation
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to language settings and translations.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform language installations and modifications.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.