How To Fix /GSINS/ER017 - Country definition error in ADRC table for &1. Resident sign is't defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /GSINS/ER -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Country definition error in ADRC table for &1. Resident sign is't defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /GSINS/ER017 - Country definition error in ADRC table for &1. Resident sign is't defined ?

  The SAP error message /GSINS/ER017 Country definition error in ADRC table for &1. Resident sign isn't defined typically indicates that there is an issue with the country-specific settings in the ADRC (Address Data) table. This error usually arises when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for the specified country, particularly regarding the "resident sign" which is used to determine the residency status of an address.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The country in question does not have the required residency settings defined in the system.
  Incorrect Country Code: The country code being referenced may be incorrect or not properly set up in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the ADRC table or related configuration tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Country Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics > General > Master Data > Address Management > Define Countries.
  Ensure that the country in question is defined and that the "Resident Sign" is properly set.
  
  
  
  Maintain Address Data:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user or business partner's address data.
  Ensure that the address is correctly entered and that the country code is valid.
  
  
  
  Check ADRC Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE16N to view the ADRC table.
  Look for entries related to the country in question and verify that the necessary fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to country-specific settings and address management to ensure compliance with the required configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  SE16N for table data viewing.
  SU01 for user maintenance.
  
  
  
  Tables Involved:
  
  ADRC: Address Data
  T005: Countries (for country definitions)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /GSINS/ER017 error message in SAP.