How To Fix TL628 - Language & missing in administration table LANG_CONTR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TL - Messages for language transports

• Message number: 628

• Message text: Language & missing in administration table LANG_CONTR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TL628 - Language & missing in administration table LANG_CONTR ?

  The SAP error message TL628 indicates that a specific language is missing in the administration table LANG_CONTR. This table is used to manage language settings in the SAP system, and when a language is not properly configured or is missing, it can lead to this error.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Entry: The language you are trying to use is not present in the LANG_CONTR table.
  Incorrect Language Configuration: The language might not have been installed correctly or is not activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the language was supposed to be transported from another system, the transport might not have been successful.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TL628 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the LANG_CONTR Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the LANG_CONTR table.
  Check if the language you are trying to use is listed in the table.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Language:
  
  If the language is missing, you can add it manually. This typically requires administrative access.
  Use transaction code SE37 to call the function module LANGU_ADD to add the missing language.
  
  
  
  Install Language:
  
  If the language is not installed, you may need to install it using transaction code SMLT (Language Transport).
  Follow the prompts to install the required language.
  
  
  
  Check Language Activation:
  
  Ensure that the language is activated in the system. You can check this in the system settings or by using transaction code SMLT.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the language was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport request is correctly imported.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE37: Function Module
  SMLT: Language Transport
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to language issues and the specific error message TL628.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on language management and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.