How To Fix ICC-FI063 - Country key &1 contains invalid special characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC-FI - Dunning (Sweden)

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Country key &1 contains invalid special characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC-FI063 - Country key &1 contains invalid special characters ?

  The SAP error message ICC-FI063 indicates that the country key you are trying to use contains invalid special characters. This error typically arises when entering or processing data related to country codes in SAP, particularly in financial or logistics modules.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The country key may include characters that are not allowed, such as special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, etc.) or spaces.
  Incorrect Format: The country key might not conform to the expected format, which usually requires a specific length and character set (typically alphanumeric).
  Data Entry Error: The error may occur due to a typo or incorrect data entry when setting up or modifying country keys in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Country Key: Review the country key you are trying to enter. Ensure it only contains valid alphanumeric characters and does not include any special characters or spaces.
  Correct the Entry: If you find any invalid characters, correct the entry to conform to the expected format. For example, if the country key is supposed to be "US" for the United States, ensure it is entered as "US" without any additional characters.
  Use Standard Country Codes: Refer to the standard list of country codes used in SAP (ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 codes) to ensure you are using the correct codes.
  Validation: If you are importing data or using a program to create country keys, ensure that the data is validated before processing to catch any invalid entries.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid country keys, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's data governance policies for the correct codes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBD2 (for defining country keys) or SPRO (for configuration) to review and modify country key settings.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to country keys in the system.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.