How To Fix MSGC_IDM004 - The country name does not exist for country code &1 in the given language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGC_IDM - Message class for identity management services

• Message number: 004

• Message text: The country name does not exist for country code &1 in the given language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGC_IDM004 - The country name does not exist for country code &1 in the given language ?

  The SAP error message MSGC_IDM004 indicates that the system cannot find a valid country name for the specified country code in the given language. This typically occurs in scenarios where country codes are used, such as in address management, customer/vendor master data, or during data entry processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Country Name: The country code provided does not have an associated country name in the specified language in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Language Setting: The language setting in the user profile or the transaction may not match the language in which the country name is defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the country master data (table T005) or related configuration.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling country codes correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Country Code: Verify that the country code you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the country