How To Fix /FLDQ/AD_ADDR_ERRORS997 - Address accepted as entered without Postal Validation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FLDQ/AD_ADDR_ERRORS -

• Message number: 997

• Message text: Address accepted as entered without Postal Validation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FLDQ/AD_ADDR_ERRORS997 - Address accepted as entered without Postal Validation ?

  The SAP error message /FLDQ/AD_ADDR_ERRORS997 indicates that an address has been accepted as entered, but it has not undergone postal validation. This typically means that while the system has accepted the address, it has not verified it against postal standards or databases to ensure its accuracy and completeness.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Address: The address may be missing critical components such as postal code, city, or state.
  Invalid Format: The address may not conform to the expected format for postal addresses.
  Lack of Validation: The system may not have access to the necessary postal validation services or databases to verify the address.
  Configuration Issues: There may be settings in the SAP system that control how addresses are validated, and these may not be properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Address: Check the address for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the format is correct.
  Enable Postal Validation: If the system is not set up to validate addresses, consider enabling postal validation services. This may involve configuring the address validation settings in SAP.
  Use Address Validation Tools: If available, use third-party address validation tools or services that can integrate with SAP to ensure addresses are validated against postal standards.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to address management and validation to ensure that the system is configured correctly.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance in troubleshooting the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Address Management in SAP: SAP provides various tools and functionalities for managing addresses, including the ability to validate and standardize addresses.
  Integration with External Services: Many organizations integrate SAP with external address validation services to enhance the accuracy of address data.
  Custom Development: In some cases, custom development may be required to meet specific address validation needs.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you can resolve the error and improve the accuracy of address data in your SAP system.