How To Fix FICODIAN_CUST002 - Enter a valid country key.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICODIAN_CUST - Messages for DIAN Magnetic Media Customizings

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Enter a valid country key.

What causes this issue?

The country key that you want to enter is not in the list of country
keys.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use the F4 search help to find a valid country key.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICODIAN_CUST002 - Enter a valid country key. ?

  The SAP error message FICODIAN_CUST002: "Enter a valid country key" typically occurs when a user is trying to enter or process data that requires a valid country key, but the system does not recognize the input as a valid country code. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation of customer master data, vendor master data, or when entering transaction data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Country Key: The country key entered does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo or using an outdated or incorrect code.
  Missing Country Configuration: The country key may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the country is not set up in the relevant SAP tables.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered the country key incorrectly, such as using the wrong format or case sensitivity.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling country keys correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Country Key: Check the country key you are entering. Ensure it is a valid ISO country code or the code expected by the SAP system.
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant configuration area to ensure that the country is set up correctly.
  Check the table T005 (Countries) to see if the country key exists.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Ensure that the country key is entered correctly, without any leading or trailing spaces, and in the correct format.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid country keys, refer to SAP documentation or the configuration guide for your specific module.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who can help diagnose the issue further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Tables: Familiarize yourself with relevant tables such as:
  
  T005: Contains country keys and their descriptions.
  T005U: Contains country-specific settings.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBD2 (for country-specific settings) or SPRO (to access configuration settings) to navigate through the system.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to country key validation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FICODIAN_CUST002 and ensure that valid country keys are being used in your SAP transactions.