How To Fix UMG173 - Cannot add language &1. Delete first from ambiguous language list.

UMG173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMG - Message Class for the Unicode Migration Tool.

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Cannot add language &1. Delete first from ambiguous language list.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMG173 - Cannot add language &1. Delete first from ambiguous language list. ?

  The SAP error message UMG173, which states "Cannot add language &1. Delete first from ambiguous language list," typically occurs when there is an attempt to add a new language to the system that is already present in an ambiguous language list. This can happen in various contexts, such as when configuring language settings in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of a language that is considered ambiguous in the system. An ambiguous language is one that can be represented in multiple ways or has multiple codes, leading to confusion in the system. For example, if you are trying to add a language that is already listed in the ambiguous language list, the system will prevent you from doing so to avoid conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to remove the language from the ambiguous language list before you can add it again. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
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