How To Fix 5Q309 - Country & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Country & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The country cannot be found in table T005.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Q309 - Country & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "5Q309 Country & does not exist" typically indicates that the system is unable to recognize or find the specified country code in its configuration. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation of master data, sales orders, or when processing transactions that involve country-specific information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Country Code: The country code you are trying to use is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The country code may be incorrectly configured or misspelled in the relevant master data or transaction.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the country codes may not have been properly imported or mapped.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the country codes correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Country Code: Verify that the country code you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the SAP configuration:
  
  Go to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > IMG > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Logistics - General > Define Countries.
  Ensure that the country code is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Country Code: If the country code does not exist, you may need to create it:
  
  In the same configuration path, you can add a new country code if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data (e.g., customer, vendor, material) to ensure that the country field is populated with a valid country code.
  
  
  Data Migration Review: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all country codes were correctly mapped and imported.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are using a specific module or functionality, consult the relevant SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBD2 (for defining country-specific settings) or OVK1 (for defining country-specific sales area settings) to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify country settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the "5Q309 Country & does not exist" error in SAP.