How To Fix EIP003 - The country with country code &1 is not divided into regions.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIP - Foreign Trade: Messages for Log Printout

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The country with country code &1 is not divided into regions.

What causes this issue?

You do not need to enter a region in the declaration to the authorities
because the country with country key &V1& is not divided into regions.

System Response

The system informs you of this.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIP003 - The country with country code &1 is not divided into regions. ?

  The SAP error message EIP003 indicates that the country specified by the country code provided in the error message is not divided into regions. This typically occurs in scenarios where regional data is required, but the country in question does not have any defined regions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Country Configuration: The country code entered does not have any regions defined in the SAP system. This can happen if the country is not set up to have regions or if the regions have not been maintained in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the country code entered, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid country with regions.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the country may not be properly configured, leading to the absence of regions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Country Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Enterprise Structure > Definition > Logistics > Define Countries.
  Verify if the country in question is set up correctly and if it has regions defined.
  
  
  
  Define Regions:
  
  If the country is supposed to have regions, you may need to define them. This can be done in the same configuration area where you checked the country setup.
  Ensure that the regions are correctly assigned to the country.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the country code being used in the transaction or process that triggered the error. Ensure it is correct and corresponds to a country that is configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements or configurations related to the country in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entry, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, OVK1, and OVK2 for configuration and maintenance of country and region data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to country and region configuration that might provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify country and region settings in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EIP003 error and ensure that the country and its regions are correctly configured in your SAP system.