How To Fix /PRA/BUSINESS_PARTNE116 - Enter a valid combination of country &1 and region &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/BUSINESS_PARTNE -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Enter a valid combination of country &1 and region &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/BUSINESS_PARTNE116 - Enter a valid combination of country &1 and region &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/BUSINESS_PARTNE116 Enter a valid combination of country &1 and region &2 typically occurs when there is an issue with the combination of country and region codes entered in the system. This error is often related to master data, particularly in the context of business partners, customers, or vendors.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Combination: The primary cause of this error is that the combination of the country code (represented by &1) and the region code (represented by &2) does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to:
  
  The region code not being valid for the specified country.
  The region code not being defined in the system for the given country.
  Typographical errors in the country or region codes.
  
  
  
  Missing Data: The necessary configuration or master data may not be set up in the system. For example, if the region is not assigned to the country in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the country-region mapping.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity: Verify that the country and region codes you are entering are valid. You can do this by:
  
  Checking the SAP configuration for country and region mappings.
  Using transaction codes like OVK1 (for country-specific settings) or OBD2 (for defining regions) to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the country and region codes. Double-check the values you are entering.
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the combination is indeed valid but not present in the system, you may need to:
  
  Create or update the necessary entries in the master data.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to maintain business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific country-region combinations that are supported.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  BP for Business Partner maintenance.
  OVK1 for country settings.
  OBD2 for region definitions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that all necessary country-region combinations are properly defined.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.