How To Fix /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT228 - Record key &1 is passed with country &2, but file &3 is in a global BB &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT -

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Record key &1 is passed with country &2, but file &3 is in a global BB &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT228 - Record key &1 is passed with country &2, but file &3 is in a global BB &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT228 indicates a mismatch between the country code associated with a record key and the country code of the file being processed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or similar SAP systems that handle country-specific data.
  Cause:
  
  Country Mismatch: The record key you are trying to process is associated with a specific country (denoted by &2), but the file you are working with is categorized under a global business area (BB) that is not specific to that country (denoted by &4).
  Data Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the country-specific settings are not aligned with the global settings.
  Incorrect File Upload: The file being uploaded may not be intended for the country specified in the record key, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Record Key and Country: Check the record key (&1) and ensure that it is correctly associated with the intended country (&2). Make sure that the data you are trying to process is relevant to that country.
  Check File Configuration: Ensure that the file (&3) you are trying to upload or process is correctly configured for the country in question. If it is a global file, ensure that it is intended for use with the specified record key.
  Adjust Data Settings: If necessary, adjust the settings in the SAP system to ensure that the country-specific data aligns with the global business area. This may involve reconfiguring the data or the file being used.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for guidance on handling country-specific data and global business areas.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and the context in which it occurred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Data Migration: If this error occurs during data migration, ensure that the data mapping is correctly set up for the countries involved.
  Testing: Conduct tests with different record keys and files to identify if the issue is isolated or systemic.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your data processing aligns with the required country specifications.