How To Fix 5U049 - Zip code must consist of five or nine digits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Zip code must consist of five or nine digits

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U049 - Zip code must consist of five or nine digits ?

  The SAP error message 5U049 indicates that the zip code entered in the system does not meet the required format. Specifically, it must consist of either five digits or nine digits (the latter being the ZIP+4 format used in the United States).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Format: The zip code entered may contain non-numeric characters, spaces, or may not be the correct length (i.e., not exactly 5 or 9 digits).
  Leading Zeros: If the zip code is supposed to have leading zeros (e.g., 01234), and those are omitted, it will not be recognized as valid.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistyped the zip code or entered an incomplete value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Zip Code: Verify that the zip code is entered correctly. It should be either:
  
  A 5-digit number (e.g., 12345)
  A 9-digit number (ZIP+4 format, e.g., 12345-6789)
  
  
  
  Remove Non-Numeric Characters: Ensure that the zip code contains only numeric characters. Remove any spaces, dashes, or other symbols.
  
  
  Leading Zeros: If applicable, ensure that leading zeros are included in the zip code.
  
  
  Validation: If the zip code is being pulled from a database or external source, ensure that the source data is accurate and formatted correctly.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, check if there are any specific configurations or validations set up in the SAP system that might be affecting the zip code entry.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for more details on address formatting and validation rules.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct format for entering zip codes in the system.
  Support: If the problem continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U049 and ensure that zip codes are entered correctly in the SAP system.