How To Fix 5N049 - &1: Invalid ZIP code (&2)

5N049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 049

• Message text: &1: Invalid ZIP code (&2)

What causes this issue?

You have entered an invalid ZIP code. One possibility is that the first
digit of the ZIP code is a zero.

How to fix this error?

Correct the field <ZK>ZIP Code </>(PSTLZ) of infotype Addresses (0006)

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N049 - &1: Invalid ZIP code (&2) ?

  The SAP error message 5N049 indicates that there is an issue with the ZIP code entered in the system. Specifically, the message states that the ZIP code is invalid, which can occur for several reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect ZIP Code Format: The ZIP code may not conform to the expected format (e.g., it may contain letters or special characters if the system expects only numbers).
  Non-existent ZIP Code: The ZIP code entered may not exist in the postal system or may not be valid for the specified country.
  Country-Specific Issues: The ZIP code may be valid in one country but not in another, especially if the country code is not set correctly in the master data.
  Data Entry Errors: Simple typographical errors during data entry can lead to invalid ZIP codes.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize certain ZIP codes, especially