How To Fix R5572 - Region &1 does not match county name &2 in country &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R5 - Regional structure

• Message number: 572

• Message text: Region &1 does not match county name &2 in country &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R5572 - Region &1 does not match county name &2 in country &3 ?

  The SAP error message R5572 indicates a mismatch between the region and the country name in the context of address data. Specifically, it suggests that the region (which could be a state or province) does not correspond correctly to the country name provided in the address data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is incorrect data entry where the region is not valid for the specified country.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the country-region mapping in the SAP system.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the customer or vendor may have incorrect or outdated information.
  Regional Settings: The regional settings in the SAP system may not be aligned with the actual country-region combinations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Entry: Check the address data for the specific entry that triggered the error. Ensure that the region corresponds correctly to the country.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for country-region mappings. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under Logistics or Master Data.
  Update Master Data: If the master data for the customer or vendor is incorrect, update it with the correct region and country information.
  Use Valid Combinations: Refer to the valid combinations of regions and countries as defined in the SAP system. Ensure that the region you are using is valid for the specified country.
  Consult Documentation: If necessary, consult SAP documentation or support for specific details on how to resolve this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or XD01/XD02 (Customer Master) to check and update the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to master data or configuration settings.
  Testing: After making changes, test the entry again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the R5572 error in your SAP system.