How To Fix TL299 - Language & is not yet installed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 299

• Message text: Language & is not yet installed

What causes this issue?

Yo want to supplement a language that is not yet installed in the
system or marked for installation.

System Response

The selection for supplementation is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Installation/selection of the language for installation or cancellation
of the supplementation language.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL299 - Language & is not yet installed ?

  The SAP error message TL299 indicates that a specific language (denoted by the placeholder "&") is not installed in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to access a language that has not been configured or installed in the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Language Not Installed: The primary cause of this error is that the requested language has not been installed in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User Profile: The user profile may be set to a language that is not available in the system.
  Transport Issues: If language packs were supposed to be transported to the system but were not, this could lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TL299 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) to check which languages are currently installed in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Install the Required Language:
  
  If the required language is not installed, you can install it using transaction code SMLT:
  
  Select the language you want to install.
  Follow the prompts to install the language pack.
  
  
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code SMLT to import a language transport request if you have one available.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Profile:
  
  If the user profile is set to a language that is not installed, you can change the user’s default language in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance):
  
  Enter the user ID.
  Go to the "Defaults" tab and change the "Logon Language" to a language that is installed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the language was supposed to be installed via a transport request, ensure that the transport request has been properly imported into the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for any specific instructions related to the language installation process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to language installation.
  System Administration: Language installation typically requires administrative privileges, so ensure you have the necessary permissions or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  Language Packs: SAP provides language packs that can be downloaded and installed. Ensure you are using the correct version compatible with your SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TL299 error and ensure that the required language is available for use in your SAP system.