How To Fix /FLDQ/AD_ADDR_ERRORS503 - Postal code is not in area covered by partial postal-code directory.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FLDQ/AD_ADDR_ERRORS -

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Postal code is not in area covered by partial postal-code directory.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FLDQ/AD_ADDR_ERRORS503 - Postal code is not in area covered by partial postal-code directory. ?

  The SAP error message /FLDQ/AD_ADDR_ERRORS503 indicates that the postal code entered is not recognized as being within the area covered by the partial postal-code directory. This error typically arises when working with address validation or when trying to use address-related functionalities in SAP, particularly in modules that deal with customer or vendor addresses.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Postal Code: The postal code entered may be incorrect or not formatted properly.
  Missing Data: The postal code may not be included in the partial postal-code directory that SAP is using for validation.
  Geographical Limitations: The postal code may belong to a region that is not covered by the current address validation settings or data in SAP.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the address validation settings in SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Postal Code: Check the postal code for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly formatted and corresponds to a valid location.
  Update Address Data: If the postal code is