How To Fix 5K315 - Enter a valid province, territory or state; for example, QC, YT, NY or ZZ

5K315 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Enter a valid province, territory or state; for example, QC, YT, NY or ZZ

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K315 - Enter a valid province, territory or state; for example, QC, YT, NY or ZZ ?

  The SAP error message 5K315 indicates that the system requires a valid province, territory, or state code, and the input provided does not meet the expected format or is not recognized. This error typically occurs in scenarios where address information is being entered or validated, such as during customer master data creation or modification, vendor master data, or sales order processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Code: The code entered does not correspond to any recognized province, territory, or state. This could be due to a typo or using an outdated code.
  Missing Configuration: The system may not have the necessary configuration or master data for the specific region you are trying to enter.
  Incorrect Format: The code may not be in the correct format (e.g., it should be two letters for states/provinces).
  Localization Issues: The system may be set up for a different country or region, leading to mismatches in expected codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Verify that the code