How To Fix 5Q009 - Check digit procedure "&" is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Q - Error Texts for Public Sector

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Check digit procedure "&" is unknown

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select a different identifier for the check digit procedure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Q009 - Check digit procedure "&" is unknown ?

  The SAP error message 5Q009, which states "Check digit procedure '&' is unknown," typically occurs in the context of handling check digits for various identification numbers, such as customer numbers, vendor numbers, or material numbers. This error indicates that the system is trying to use a check digit procedure that has not been defined or is not recognized in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Check Digit Procedure: The check digit procedure referenced in the error message is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the check digit procedure is not properly set up in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Input: The input data may reference a check digit procedure that does not exist or is misspelled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (usually in SPRO) and navigate to the section where check digit procedures are defined. This is typically found under:
  
  Logistics > General > Check Digit Procedure.
  
  
  Ensure that the check digit procedure you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define the Check Digit Procedure:
  
  If the procedure is not defined, you may need to create it. This involves specifying the algorithm used for the check digit calculation and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Verify Input Data:
  
  Check the input data that is triggering the error. Ensure that the check digit procedure name is spelled correctly and corresponds to an existing procedure in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up and manage check digit procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the check digit processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.