How To Fix V4178 - Transmitted language &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V4 - Nachrichten Verkauf (Variable Meldungen und EDI-Meldungen)

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Transmitted language &1 is invalid

What causes this issue?

Languages must be in ISO format.
Language &V1& sent in by the customer either does not exist or you have
not made the appropriate entry to convert it to a language key
recognized in the SAP System.

System Response

The system terminates processing of the intermediate document (IDoc).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V4178 - Transmitted language &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message V4178, which states "Transmitted language &1 is invalid," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module when there is an issue with the language settings in a document or transaction. This error indicates that the system has received a language code that it does not recognize or that is not configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Language Code: The language code being transmitted (represented by &1 in the error message) is not valid or not recognized by the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: The language may not be configured in the system settings or may not be supported for the specific transaction or document type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the language field when creating or processing a document.
  Integration Issues: If the data is being transmitted from an external system (like an EDI or third-party application), the language code may not match the expected codes in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Code: Verify the language code being transmitted. Ensure that it is a valid ISO language code (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German).
  Configuration in SAP:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for languages.
  Ensure that the language is activated and configured correctly in the system.
  
  
  Update Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the language field in the document or transaction.
  Review Integration Settings: If the data is coming from an external system, check the integration settings to ensure that the correct language codes are being sent.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for a list of valid language codes and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Codes: SAP supports various language codes, and you can find a list of valid codes in the SAP documentation or by checking the system settings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) to check language settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.