How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL010 - Select a valid language indicator

WRF_CHAR_VAL010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Select a valid language indicator

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WRF_CHAR_VAL010 - Details

• SAP Error Message:
  WRF_CHAR_VAL010: Select a valid language indicator
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when an invalid or unsupported language indicator is entered or selected in a field that requires a language key. SAP expects a valid language code (language indicator) conforming to its standard language keys (e.g., EN for English, DE for German, FR for French, etc.). If the input does not match any valid language key, the system raises this error.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  During data entry in master data or transactional screens where language-dependent fields are involved.
  When uploading or migrating data that includes language indicators.
  In custom programs or interfaces where language keys are passed incorrectly.
  In translation or text maintenance transactions.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Language Indicator:
  
  Verify that the language indicator entered is a valid SAP language key.
  Use transaction SMLT to view the list of valid language keys in your system.
  Common valid language keys include:
  EN (English)
  DE (German)
  FR (French)
  ES (Spanish)
  IT (Italian)
  etc.
  
  
  
  
  
  Correct the Input:
  
  Replace the invalid language