How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EH304 - A country restriction entry is missing for trans. type &1 and country &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EH -

• Message number: 304

• Message text: A country restriction entry is missing for trans. type &1 and country &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH304 - A country restriction entry is missing for trans. type &1 and country &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH304 indicates that there is a missing country restriction entry for a specific transaction type and country. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, where certain transaction types may have restrictions based on the country of the vendor or the purchasing organization.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a configuration entry in the system that defines the allowed transaction types for a specific country. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary country restriction entries have not been set up in the system for the specified transaction type and country.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be valid for the specified country.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as an incorrect country code or transaction type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for purchasing documents.
  Navigate to the relevant area where country restrictions are defined (usually under the purchasing or logistics configuration).
  Verify if there is an entry for the specified transaction type and country. If not, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Country Restriction:
  
  If the entry is missing, create a new country restriction entry for the transaction type and country in question.
  Ensure that the transaction type is correctly mapped to the country.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Confirm that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the country. If it is not, you may need to select a different transaction type that is valid for that country.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the vendor or purchasing organization to ensure that the country and transaction type are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to configure country restrictions for purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or ME21N (to create a purchase order) to navigate through the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the purchasing module.