F5289 - Country key & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 289

• Message text: Country key & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5289 - Country key & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message F5289, which states "Country key & is not defined," typically occurs when the system encounters a country key that has not been configured in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when processing financial transactions, creating master data, or during reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Country Configuration: The country key referenced in the error message is not defined in the system's configuration settings.
  Incorrect Country Key: The country key may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the country key may not have been properly set up in the new environment.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may be referencing a country key that is not defined in the standard configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Country Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Countries.
  Ensure that the country key in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input where the error occurred to ensure that the country key is entered correctly.
  Look for any typos or incorrect codes.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Country Key:
  
  If the country key is indeed missing, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the country in the system and setting up relevant parameters.
  Ensure that all necessary settings (like currency, tax settings, etc.) are also configured for the new country key.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is referencing the correct country keys and that those keys are defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBY6 (to maintain country-specific settings) or OBD2 (to maintain country-specific settings for tax) to check and configure country settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on country configuration and financial settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.