How To Fix EI476 - ISO country code is not maintained for country key &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 476

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

What causes this issue?

The two-digit alphanumerical ISO country code for country of
declaration &v1& that you entered was not found.

System Response

The system cancels the edit process.

How to fix this error?

Complete the two-digit alphanumerical ISO country code in the country
settings in Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI476 - ISO country code is not maintained for country key &1 ?

  The SAP error message EI476 indicates that the ISO country code is not maintained for a specific country key in the system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process data related to a country for which the ISO code has not been defined in the configuration.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the ISO country code for the specified country key (represented by &1 in the error message) is missing or not properly maintained in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The country key may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration or system upgrades, the ISO codes may not have been transferred or updated properly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not handle the country key correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EI476 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Country Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to SAP NetWeaver > General Settings > Set Countries.
  Verify if the country key in question is listed and if the ISO country code is maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain ISO Country Code:
  
  If the country key is missing, you can add it by creating a new entry.
  If it exists but the ISO code is not maintained, you can enter the appropriate ISO code for that country.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code OX15:
  
  You can also use transaction code OX15 to directly maintain the country key and its corresponding ISO code.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (like customer, vendor, or material master) is consistent and correctly references the country key.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO Country Codes: These are standardized codes that represent countries and are used in various applications and processes within SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for country-specific settings and configurations to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.