How To Fix /SAPCE/SVN_ISU008 - Country key & has no ISO code


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SAPCE/SVN_ISU -

  • Message number: 008

  • Message text: Country key & has no ISO code

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/SVN_ISU008 - Country key & has no ISO code ?

    The SAP error message /SAPCE/SVN_ISU008 Country key & has no ISO code typically indicates that a country key in your SAP system is missing an associated ISO code. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with customer or vendor master data, or during data import/export processes.

    Cause:

    1. Missing ISO Code: The country key specified in the error message does not have a corresponding ISO code defined in the system.
    2. Configuration Issues: The country key may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or not set up correctly.
    3. Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the country key field.

    Solution:

    1. Check Country Configuration:

      • Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
      • Navigate to SAP NetWeaver > General Settings > Set Countries.
      • Verify that the country key in question is listed and has a valid ISO code associated with it.
    2. Maintain ISO Codes:

      • If the country key is missing an ISO code, you can add it by selecting the country and entering the appropriate ISO code.
      • Ensure that the ISO code follows the standard format (usually a two-letter code).
    3. Data Validation:

      • Review the data entries where the error occurred (e.g., customer or vendor master records) to ensure that the country key is entered correctly.
      • Correct any typos or incorrect entries.
    4. Transport Requests:

      • If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are moved to the production environment properly.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on country key and ISO code configurations.

    Related Information:

    • ISO Codes: ISO 3166 is the standard that defines country codes. Ensure that the codes you are using conform to this standard.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
    • User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to country configurations in the system.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that all country keys in your SAP system have the appropriate ISO codes associated with them.

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