How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO173 - Country key & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Country key & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO173 - Country key & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO173 Country key & does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific country key in the relevant configuration or master data. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP applications related to financials, logistics, or other modules that require country-specific settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Country Key: The country key specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the country key may not have been set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The country key may not be properly configured in the relevant tables or settings, such as in the country-specific settings for tax, currency, or other parameters.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the country key may not have been included or may not match the expected format in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Country Key: Verify the country key being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Maintain Country Key: If the country key does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for maintaining country-specific settings.
  Add the missing country key if necessary.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations related to the country key are in place. This may include settings for tax codes, currency, and other country-specific parameters.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the country key in question.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access configuration settings.
  Tables: Check relevant tables such as T005 (Countries) to see if the country key exists.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify country settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.