How To Fix TL420 - Language & not exported; code page cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Language & not exported; code page cannot be determined

What causes this issue?

Language <L> was not exported.

System Response

A code page could not be determined for language <L>.

How to fix this error?

Maintain table TCP0B or activate MNLS.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL420 - Language & not exported; code page cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message TL420 ("Language & not exported; code page cannot be determined") typically occurs when there is an issue with the language settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during data import/export operations, when trying to access certain transactions, or when working with language-dependent data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Settings: The specified language is not available in the system, or the language settings are not properly configured.
  Code Page Issues: The system cannot determine the appropriate code page for the specified language, which is necessary for proper data representation.
  Transport Requests: If you are trying to transport objects that are language-dependent, and the target system does not have the required language installed.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the correct language settings, leading to this error when trying to access language-specific data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Language Installation:
  
  Ensure that the required language is installed in the SAP system. You can check this in the SAP GUI by navigating to System > Status and looking for the installed languages.
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it using the SAP Software Update Manager or through the SAP Marketplace.
  
  
  
  Verify Code Page Settings:
  
  Check the code page settings for the language in question. This can usually be done in the SAP system settings or by consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  User Profile Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the user profile has the correct language set. You can check this in the user settings by going to SU01 (User Maintenance) and verifying the default language field.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the error occurs during a transport operation, ensure that the transport request includes all necessary language-dependent objects and that the target system has the required language installed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for any specific configurations related to language settings and code pages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Community Forums: You can also check SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TL420 error and ensure that the necessary language settings are correctly configured in your SAP system.