How To Fix R5536 - Postal code &1 is not valid for house number &2 &4, correct: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R5 - Regional structure

• Message number: 536

• Message text: Postal code &1 is not valid for house number &2 &4, correct: &3

What causes this issue?

The specified postal code is valid in the street, but not for the
specified house number.
Transaction SR22 tells you the valid postal codes in the street.

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?

Enter the correct postal code (or house number).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R5536 - Postal code &1 is not valid for house number &2 &4, correct: &3 ?

  The SAP error message R5536 indicates that there is an issue with the postal code and house number combination in the address data you are trying to process. Specifically, it means that the postal code you have entered is not valid for the specified house number and street.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Postal Code: The postal code entered may not correspond to the house number or street in the database.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the postal code or house number.
  Address Not Updated: The address data in the SAP system may not be updated or may be outdated.
  Geographical Issues: The postal code may not cover the area where the house number is located.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the Postal Code: Check the postal code against a reliable source (like a postal service website) to ensure it is correct.
  Check House Number: Ensure that the house number is entered correctly and corresponds to the street associated with the postal code.
  Update Address Data: If the postal code or house number is outdated, update the address information in the SAP system.
  Consult Address Validation Tools: Use address validation tools or services that can help verify the correctness of the address data.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Address Management in SAP: Familiarize yourself with how SAP handles address data, including the use of address validation and standardization tools.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that the master data for addresses is regularly maintained and updated to avoid such errors.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to address validation and postal code handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R5536 error and ensure that your address data is valid and correctly formatted.