How To Fix EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV053 - 'stcd'(State Code) & is not valid under node 'SellerDtls'

EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV - eDocument Inda eInvoice

• Message number: 053

• Message text: 'stcd'(State Code) & is not valid under node 'SellerDtls'

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EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV053 - Details

• The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV053 indicates that there is an issue with the state code (stcd) provided in the electronic invoice (e-invoice) under the node SellerDtls. This error typically arises when the state code does not conform to the expected format or is not recognized by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid State Code: The state code provided may not be valid or recognized in the context of the transaction. This could be due to a typo, outdated codes, or incorrect mapping.
  
  Configuration Issues: The state codes may not be properly configured in the SAP system, leading to mismatches between the provided code and the expected values.
  Data Format: The format of the state code may not meet the required specifications (e.g., length, character set).
  Missing Master Data: The seller's master data may not be correctly set up, leading to issues when generating the e-invoice.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify State Code: Check the state code being used in the invoice. Ensure