How To Fix 5ORA001 - Enhanced postal code check not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5ORA - Messages for Country Version for Austria

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Enhanced postal code check not activated

What causes this issue?

The system settings for the postal code check have not been configured
correctly.

System Response

The system outputs an error message. The program is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Inform system administration.

Procedure for System Administrators

One of the following setttings was not configured correctly:
Subapplication RPLZ is not activated or the <ZK>City File Active</>
indicator is not selected for the enhanced postal code check.
Check the settings in the Implementation Guide for Payroll Austria under
<ZK>Postal Code Check -> <DS:SIMG.OHAAOEPLZ020>Activate Subapplication
RPLZ</> or <DS:SIMG.OHAAOEPLZ030>Define Field Check: Indicator City File
Active</>.</>

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5ORA001 - Enhanced postal code check not activated ?

  The SAP error message "5ORA001 Enhanced postal code check not activated" typically occurs when the system is trying to validate postal codes using enhanced checks that have not been configured or activated in the system. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in logistics and customer master data management.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Enhanced Postal Code Check Not Activated: The enhanced postal code check feature is not activated in the system settings.
  Configuration Issues: The necessary configuration for postal code validation may not be set up correctly.
  Missing Data: The postal code data or related configuration might be incomplete or missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Enhanced Postal Code Check:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  Logistics General -> Master Data -> Address Management -> Define Address Check
  
  Ensure that the enhanced postal code check is activated for the relevant country or region.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the postal code ranges and formats are correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that the necessary address validation settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Maintain Postal Code Data:
  
  Check if the postal code data is correctly maintained in the relevant tables (e.g., T005 for country data).
  Ensure that the postal codes you are trying to validate exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the postal code validation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to address management and postal code checks for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) and SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables and data.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.