How To Fix DMF_OUTBOUND023 - ISO code for country &1 not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMF_OUTBOUND -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: ISO code for country &1 not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND023 - ISO code for country &1 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND023 indicates that there is an issue with the ISO code for a specific country that is not maintained in the system. This error typically arises in the context of data management frameworks (DMF) when trying to process outbound data related to country-specific information.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the ISO code for the specified country (represented by &1 in the error message) is not defined or maintained in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The country may not be set up in the system with the appropriate ISO code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the country code.
  System Migration: If the system has been migrated or upgraded, some country codes may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMF_OUTBOUND023 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Country Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to SAP Customizing Implementation Guide > General Settings > Countries > Define Countries.
  Verify if the country in question is listed and if the ISO code is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing ISO Code:
  
  If the country is not listed, you may need to create a new entry for it.
  If it is listed but the ISO code is missing or incorrect, update the entry with the correct ISO code.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that any data entries referencing the country are using the correct ISO code.
  Check any related master data (e.g., customer or vendor records) to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the outbound process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct ISO code for a country, refer to the official ISO 3166 standard or consult SAP documentation for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO Codes: ISO 3166 is the international standard for country codes. Each country has a unique two-letter (alpha-2) and three-letter (alpha-3) code.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to country codes and DMF.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the ISO code for the specified country is correctly maintained in the system, you should be able to resolve the DMF_OUTBOUND023 error.