How To Fix FITVPS163 - There is no combination of postal code, city, and city district

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: There is no combination of postal code, city, and city district

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS163 - There is no combination of postal code, city, and city district ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS163 indicates that there is no valid combination of postal code, city, and city district in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to enter or validate address information in SAP, particularly in modules related to logistics, sales, or customer data management.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The postal code, city, or city district entered does not match any existing records in the SAP database.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the postal code, city, or city district may not have been created or maintained in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data is being pulled from an external source or system, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing or incorrect data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in SAP for address validation may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Entry: Double-check the postal code, city, and city district for any typos or incorrect entries. Ensure that the format is correct.
  Check Master Data: 
  
  Go to the relevant master data tables (e.g., address tables) in SAP to see if the combination of postal code, city, and city district exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create or update the master data.
  
  
  Create Missing Data: If the combination is missing, you can create it using transaction codes like:
  
  OVK1: For maintaining the postal code data.
  BP: For maintaining business partner addresses.
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your IT department or SAP support team for assistance in resolving the issue.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to address validation in your SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for maintaining address data, such as:
  
  BP: Business Partner
  OVK1: Maintain Postal Codes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to address validation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on maintaining address data and understanding the implications of address validation errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.