How To Fix BC_IBF017 - ISO country code &1 unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC_IBF - IBF Flight Data Application (Demo Only)

• Message number: 017

• Message text: ISO country code &1 unknown

What causes this issue?

You have specified an invalid ISO country code.

System Response

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

INCLUDE DOC_METHOD1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Specify a valid ISO country code and call the method again.
INCLUDE DOC_F4 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC_IBF017 - ISO country code &1 unknown ?

  The SAP error message BC_IBF017 indicates that the ISO country code specified in your system is unknown or not recognized. This error typically arises in scenarios where country codes are used for various configurations, such as in master data, transaction data, or during the execution of certain functions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Country Code: The country code provided does not exist in the SAP system's configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The country code may not have been set up in the system, or it may have been deleted.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the country code entered.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the country codes may not have been correctly mapped or imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Country Code: Verify that the country code you are using is correct. You can refer to the official ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 list for valid country codes.
  Maintain Country Codes in SAP:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to General Settings > Set Countries.
  Check if the country code is listed. If not, you may need to add it.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to a typo, correct the entry in the relevant transaction or master data.
  Review Custom Code: If you are using custom programs or enhancements, ensure that they are correctly handling country codes.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that may provide additional context or updates regarding country codes.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO 3166-1: This is the international standard for country codes. Familiarizing yourself with this standard can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to country code issues, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBD2 (for maintaining country-specific settings) and OBC4 (for defining country-specific settings in financial accounting).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.