How To Fix RP591 - Postal code too short (acc. to tab. &, & characters necessary)

RP591 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 591

• Message text: Postal code too short (acc. to tab. &, & characters necessary)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP591 - Postal code too short (acc. to tab. &, & characters necessary) ?

  The SAP error message "RP591 Postal code too short (acc. to tab. &, & characters necessary)" typically occurs when the postal code entered in the system does not meet the required length as defined in the configuration settings. This error is often encountered in the context of employee master data or address data entry.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Postal Code Length: The postal code entered is shorter than the minimum length required by the system configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the address management or country-specific configuration may define a minimum length for postal codes that is not being met.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incomplete postal code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Postal Code: Verify the postal code entered to ensure it is complete and accurate. Make sure it adheres to the format required for the specific country.
  Review Configuration: 
  Go to the configuration settings for address management in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant