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Message type: E = Error
Message class: TL - Messages for language transports
Message number: 297
Message text: Language & used supplementation language (e.g. for language &)
The selected language is actively used as a supplementation language.
It is therefore no longer possible to reset the installation flags.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
TL297
- Language & used supplementation language (e.g. for language &) ?The SAP error message TL297 typically indicates an issue related to language settings in the SAP system. This error occurs when there is a mismatch or an issue with the language configuration for a particular user or transaction. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
Cause:
- Missing Language Installation: The language specified in the user profile or transaction is not installed in the SAP system.
- User Profile Settings: The user’s language settings may not be correctly configured in their profile.
- Language-Specific Data: The data being accessed may not be available in the specified language.
- Supplementation Language: The system may require a supplementary language that is not set up or is incorrectly configured.
Solutions:
Check Language Installation:
- Ensure that the required language is installed in the SAP system. This can be done by checking the language settings in the SAP system configuration.
- Use transaction code SMLT to check the installed languages.
User Profile Settings:
- Verify the user’s language settings by going to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the user’s profile.
- Ensure that the default language is set correctly.
Access Language-Specific Data:
- If the data is not available in the specified language, consider switching to a language that is supported for that data.
- You can change the language in the SAP GUI login screen or by using the command
/n
followed by the transaction code in the desired language.Supplementation Language Configuration:
- If a supplementary language is required, ensure that it is properly configured in the system.
- Check the settings in transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) under the relevant application area.
Consult SAP Notes:
- Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for TL297 in the SAP Support Portal.
Related Information:
If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
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