How To Fix R5513 - Postal code &1 in country &2 is not permitted for P.O. boxes

R5513 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R5 - Regional structure

• Message number: 513

• Message text: Postal code &1 in country &2 is not permitted for P.O. boxes

What causes this issue?

The postal code is only permitted for delivery or major customers.
This check will only run when the flag 'XREGS' (address check with city
file) is marked in the table T005 (country table).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R5513 - Postal code &1 in country &2 is not permitted for P.O. boxes ?

  The SAP error message R5513 indicates that the postal code you are trying to use is not permitted for P.O. boxes in the specified country. This error typically arises when the postal code entered does not align with the rules set for P.O. box addresses in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Postal Code for P.O. Boxes: The postal code entered is not valid for P.O. box addresses in the specified country. Some countries have specific postal codes that are designated for P.O. boxes, and using a standard postal code may trigger this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: The SAP system may not be configured correctly to recognize valid postal codes for P.O. boxes in the country specified.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the postal code or country code entered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Postal Code: Check the postal code you are using to ensure it is valid for P.O. boxes in the specified country. You