How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL010 - Select a valid language indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL010 - Select a valid language indicator ?

  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 indicator with a valid one.
  If the language indicator is coming from an external source (e.g., data upload), correct the source data.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code or Interfaces:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or interface, debug to ensure the language key is correctly set and passed.
  Validate the language key before passing it to SAP standard functions or tables.
  
  
  
  Maintain Language Keys if Missing:
  
  If a required language is not available in the system, add it via transaction SMLT.
  Note: Adding a new language requires proper authorization and may involve additional steps like language installation.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SMLT: Maintain and view language keys.
  SAP Note: Check for any SAP Notes related to language key validation if the problem persists.
  Standard Language Keys: SAP uses ISO language codes, usually two-character codes.
  Data Migration: Always validate language keys in legacy data before migration.
  Text Management: Language indicators are critical in text tables (e.g., STXH, STXL) and translation objects.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRF_CHAR_VAL010 is triggered by an invalid language indicator entry. To resolve it, ensure the language key is valid and recognized by SAP, correct any incorrect entries, and maintain the language keys properly in the system.
  
  If you provide the context or transaction where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.