How To Fix WY119 - Enter a language indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WY - Supplier Master

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Enter a language indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WY119 - Enter a language indicator ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WY119 - Enter a language indicator
  
  Cause:
  The error message WY119 occurs when a required language indicator field is left empty during data entry or processing in SAP. This typically happens in scenarios where the system expects a language code (such as 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German, etc.) to be specified but none is provided.
  Common situations include:
  
  Entering or maintaining master data (e.g., customer, vendor, material master) where language-dependent fields exist.
  Creating or editing texts, descriptions, or documentation that require a language specification.
  Processing transactions or reports that are language-specific.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WY119 error, you need to:
  
  
  Enter a valid language indicator in the required field.
  
  Language indicators are usually two-character codes (ISO language codes).
  Examples:  
  
  EN = English  
  DE = German  
  FR = French  
  ES = Spanish
  
  
  
  
  
  Check the field where the language indicator is missing and input the appropriate language code.
  
  
  If you are unsure which language code to use, consult your organization's language standards or check the available language codes in SAP via transaction SMLT (Language Maintenance).
  
  
  If the language field is not visible or editable, check the customizing or screen layout to ensure the language field is enabled and mandatory where required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SMLT: Used to maintain and view language codes in SAP.
  Language-dependent data: Many SAP master data objects have language-dependent fields; always ensure the correct language is specified.
  User settings: Sometimes, the default logon language or user parameters might influence the language indicator fields.
  SAP Notes: If the error persists despite entering a language code, check SAP Notes or OSS for any known issues related to the specific module or transaction.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Missing language indicator in a required field.
  Solution: Enter a valid two-character language code in the language indicator field.
  Check: Use transaction SMLT to verify language codes; ensure fields are correctly maintained.
  
  
  If you provide the specific transaction or module where this error occurs, I can give more tailored guidance.