How To Fix R1258 - Country &1 entered in the nationality field does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Country &1 entered in the nationality field does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1258 - Country &1 entered in the nationality field does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R1258 indicates that the country code entered in the nationality field does not exist in the system. This typically occurs when the country code is either misspelled, not defined in the system, or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Country Code: The country code entered does not match any of the valid country codes defined in the SAP system.
  Missing Configuration: The country code may not be set up in the system's configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the country code entered by the user.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling the country codes correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Country Code: Verify that the country code entered is correct. You can refer to the list of valid country codes in SAP.
  Maintain Country Codes:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Enterprise Structure > Definition > Logistics - General > Define Countries.
  Ensure that the country code you are trying to use is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the country code was entered manually, ensure that it is entered correctly without any typos.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the nationality field.
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review them to ensure they are correctly handling the nationality field and country codes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Country Codes: SAP uses ISO country codes, which are standardized. Make sure you are using the correct format (e.g., "US" for the United States, "DE" for Germany).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, test the entry again to ensure that the error does not persist.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on maintaining country codes and related configurations.
  
  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 relevant module.