How To Fix IHC_IDOC638 - Postal code is invalid: &

IHC_IDOC638 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC_IDOC - Messages for Payment Order by IDoc

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Postal code is invalid: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC_IDOC638 - Postal code is invalid: & ?

  The SAP error message IHC_IDOC638 indicates that there is an issue with the postal code being used in an IDoc (Intermediate Document) related to the Integrated Health Care (IHC) module. The message specifically states that the postal code is invalid, which can occur for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Format: The postal code may not conform to the expected format for the country specified in the IDoc.
  Missing Data: The postal code field may be empty or not populated correctly.
  Invalid Characters: The postal code may contain invalid characters or symbols that are not allowed.
  Country-Specific Rules: Different countries have different postal code formats. If the postal code does not match the expected format for the specified country, it will be considered invalid.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the postal code validation in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Postal Code Format: Verify that the postal code adheres to the correct format for the country.