How To Fix B!028 - Country ID &1 is not a valid ISO code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B! -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Country ID &1 is not a valid ISO code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B!028 - Country ID &1 is not a valid ISO code ?

  The SAP error message B!028 indicates that the country ID specified in the system is not recognized as a valid ISO country code. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process data related to a country, such as during the creation of master data, transactions, or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Country Code: The country code entered does not match any of the valid ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 country codes.
  Configuration Issues: The country code may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the country code input.
  Missing Country Data: The country may not be defined in the system's country table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Country Code: Verify that the country code entered is correct and matches the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 standard. For example, "US" for the United States, "DE" for Germany, etc.
  Maintain Country Data:
  
  Go to transaction code OBD2 (or SPRO -> "Enterprise Structure" -> "Definition" -> "Logistics - General" -> "Define Countries") to check if the country is defined in the system.
  If the country is not listed, you may need to add it.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the country code field.
  Check Customizations: If you are using custom country codes, ensure that they are properly defined and mapped in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for a list of valid ISO country codes and their corresponding SAP configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO 3166-1: This is the international standard for country codes. Familiarizing yourself with this standard can help in understanding valid codes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to country code validation.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to country configurations in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.