How To Fix TL304 - NLS configuration missing for language & (see SAP Note 42305)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 304

• Message text: NLS configuration missing for language & (see SAP Note 42305)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL304 - NLS configuration missing for language & (see SAP Note 42305) ?

  The SAP error message TL304 indicates that there is a missing NLS (National Language Support) configuration for a specific language in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary language settings or configurations required to support the specified language.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Language Installation: The language in question has not been installed in the SAP system.
  NLS Configuration Issues: The NLS settings for the specified language are not properly configured or are incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the language was recently added or transported, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to incomplete configuration.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the language settings from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TL304 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Language Installation:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT (Language Transport) and verify if the language is installed.
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it using the appropriate transport request.
  
  
  
  Review NLS Configuration:
  
  Check the NLS settings in transaction code SCPR20 (NLS Configuration).
  Ensure that the necessary configurations for the language are present and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Refer to SAP Note 42305:
  
  SAP Note 42305 provides detailed information regarding the TL304 error and may contain specific instructions or patches to resolve the issue.
  You can access this note through the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the language was recently added, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the database to ensure that all language-related data is intact and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLT: Language Transport
  SCPR20: NLS Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for the latest notes and updates related to your specific version of SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to NLS and language support for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the TL304 error in your SAP system.