How To Fix R5516 - Postal code &1 &2 is not assigned to a city

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R5 - Regional structure

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Postal code &1 &2 is not assigned to a city

What causes this issue?

The postal code &V1& &V2& is not assigned to a city (transaction
SR10/SR11), therefore it cannot be used.
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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R5516 - Postal code &1 &2 is not assigned to a city ?

  The SAP error message R5516 indicates that the postal code you are trying to use is not assigned to any city in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when entering customer or vendor addresses, or during the processing of sales orders, deliveries, or invoices.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The postal code you are using is not maintained in the SAP system's address database.
  Incorrect Entry: The postal code may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch with the existing data.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your SAP system is integrated with external systems (like a CRM or a third-party address validation service), there may be synchronization issues causing the postal code to be unrecognized.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for address management in SAP may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Postal Code: Verify that the postal code is entered correctly. Ensure there are no typos or formatting issues.
  Maintain Postal Code Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code OVK1 (for maintaining postal codes) or OBD2 (for maintaining address data).
  Check if the postal code is listed and correctly assigned to a city.
  If it is missing, you can add the postal code and link it to the appropriate city.
  
  
  Use Address Validation: If your organization uses an address validation tool, ensure that it is functioning correctly and that the postal code is valid.
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your IT department or SAP support team to investigate further. They may need to check for data consistency or configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OVK1: Maintain postal codes
  OBD2: Maintain address data
  BP: Business Partner transaction for managing addresses
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to postal code management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on address management and postal code configuration for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R5516 error and ensure that postal codes are correctly assigned to cities in your SAP system.