How To Fix WU357 - Language code not found. Log-on language & used instead

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Language code not found. Log-on language & used instead

What causes this issue?

The language entered does not exist in the system.

System Response

The description is saved in your logon language &V1&.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU357 - Language code not found. Log-on language & used instead ?

  The SAP error message WU357: Language code not found. Log-on language & used instead typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified language code for the user session. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing language packs or incorrect configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Packs: The language pack for the specified language code is not installed on the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code specified in the user profile or during logon is incorrect or not supported by the system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have a language setting that does not match any installed languages.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to support the desired language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Installed Languages:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLT in SAP.
  Check if the required language pack is installed. If not, you may need to install it.
  
  
  
  Verify User Profile Settings:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user profile.
  Ensure that the language setting in the user profile matches one of the installed languages.
  
  
  
  Logon Language:
  
  When logging into SAP, ensure that you are using a valid logon language code. Common codes include:
  
  EN for English
  DE for German
  FR for French
  
  
  If the specified language is not available, the system will default to the logon language.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Check the system configuration to ensure that it supports the desired language. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. You can search for notes related to language settings and installation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the standard language codes used in SAP.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on language settings and user profiles.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WU357 error and ensure that the correct language settings are applied in your SAP environment.