How To Fix /SCTM/UI_RG019 - Region &2 is not in the format of country &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/UI_RG -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Region &2 is not in the format of country &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/UI_RG019 - Region &2 is not in the format of country &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/UI_RG019 Region &2 is not in the format of country &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is a mismatch between the region and the country format in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Region Code: The region code provided does not conform to the expected format for the specified country. For example, if the country is set to "US", the region should be a valid state code like "CA" for California, but if an invalid code is provided, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the mapping between countries and regions is not correctly defined.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered an incorrect region code in the relevant transaction or master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Region and Country Mapping: Verify that the region code you are using is valid for the specified country. You can check the mapping in the configuration settings of your SAP system.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the region code in the relevant transaction or master data record.
  Update Master Data: If the region is part of a master data record (like a customer or vendor), ensure that the master data is updated with the correct region code.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the correct format of regions for specific countries.
  Customizing Settings: If necessary, you may need to adjust the customizing settings in the SAP system to ensure that the region codes are correctly defined and recognized.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings related to country and region mapping.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the master data or configuration settings.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP SCM or TM.