How To Fix ICLE01017 - Administrative region does not exist in region &1 and in country &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLE01 - ICL Event, General Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Administrative region does not exist in region &1 and in country &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLE01017 - Administrative region does not exist in region &1 and in country &2 ?

  The SAP error message ICLE01017 indicates that there is an issue with the administrative region configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the administrative region you are trying to use does not exist for the specified region and country.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The administrative region has not been defined in the system for the specified country and region.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the data where the administrative region is being referenced.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the administrative regions may not have been properly transferred or configured.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly referencing the existing administrative regions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for defining administrative regions.
  Path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Shipping -> Define Administrative Regions.
  Ensure that the administrative region exists for the specified country and region.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Administrative Region:
  
  If the administrative region does not exist, you can create it by following the steps in the configuration path mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry where the error occurred to ensure that the correct administrative region is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Migration Issues:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary data, including administrative regions, was correctly imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific SAP version you are using, as there may be additional considerations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 to check the database tables related to administrative regions.
  Tables: The relevant tables for administrative regions may include T005 (Countries) and T005U (Administrative Regions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICLE01017 error and ensure that the administrative regions are correctly configured in your SAP system.