How To Fix K-291 - Maintain a country rating for country &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K- -

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Maintain a country rating for country &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K-291 - Maintain a country rating for country &1 ?

  The SAP error message K-291 "Maintain a country rating for country &1" typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a country rating for a specific country, but the necessary configuration is missing.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system requires a country rating for the specified country (denoted by &1 in the error message) to perform certain calculations or processes, such as cost allocation or pricing. This rating is often used in various financial and controlling reports and processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the country rating for the specified country in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> General Controlling -> Master Data -> Maintain Country Ratings
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Country Ratings:
  
  In the "Maintain Country Ratings" screen, you will see a list of countries.
  If the country in question is not listed, you will need to add it.
  Enter the country code (for example, "US" for the United States) and provide the necessary rating information.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Transaction:
  
  After maintaining the country rating, try to re-run the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Country Ratings: These ratings are often used for various purposes, including risk assessment, pricing strategies, and financial reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be used in conjunction with country ratings, such as OBY6 for country-specific settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on maintaining country ratings and their implications in controlling processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to check for additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.