How To Fix FITVPS290 - The city district does not exist; see input help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 290

• Message text: The city district does not exist; see input help

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS290 - The city district does not exist; see input help ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS290 indicates that the city district you are trying to enter does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are working with address data in SAP, such as during the creation or modification of master data records (e.g., customer or vendor records).
  Cause:
  
  Missing City District: The city district you are trying to enter has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect format in the city district field.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for address data may not be properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing City Districts:
  
  Use the input help (F4) in the city district field to see if the district you are trying to enter is available.
  If it is not listed, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New City District:
  
  If the city district does not exist, you can create it by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Typically, this can be done in the following way:
  
  Go to Transaction Code: OVT0 (for maintaining city districts).
  Enter the required details for the new city district and save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the city district you are entering to ensure it matches the expected input.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to create or modify city districts, contact your SAP administrator or the relevant team responsible for master data management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Address Management: Understanding how address management works in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  Master Data Maintenance: Familiarize yourself with the processes for maintaining master data in SAP, including how to handle address-related fields.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to address management and city districts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITVPS290 error and successfully enter the required city district in your SAP system.