How To Fix /BOFU/ADDRESS017 - Address &1 has no node &2 for address representation code &3

/BOFU/ADDRESS017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/ADDRESS -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Address &1 has no node &2 for address representation code &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/ADDRESS017 - Address &1 has no node &2 for address representation code &3 ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/ADDRESS017 indicates that there is an issue with the address representation in the system. Specifically, the message states that the address you are trying to use does not have a corresponding node for the specified address representation code. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Address &1: This refers to the specific address that is being referenced in the error.
  Node &2: This indicates the node that is expected but is missing.
  Address representation code &3: This is the code that is used to represent the address in the system.
  
  Cause
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The address representation code may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of the required node.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the address data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the address tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments