How to Fix Order Fulfillment Address Validation Errors
Troubleshooting and resolving AliExpress address validation errors during order fulfillment
Address validation errors typically occur when the shipping address format doesn't match AliExpress's requirements. This is an API restriction from AliExpress, not an Importify issue.
Step-by-Step Resolution
Verify Required Address Components
Complete street address
City
State/Province
ZIP/Postal code
Valid phone number
Country
Customer's full name
Check Address Format
Use an address validation service like Smarty
https://www.smarty.com/products/single-addressRemove special characters
Verify state/province abbreviations
Confirm ZIP code matches city and state
Manual Verification
Go to AliExpress directly
Test address entry manually
Note any specific format requirements
Adjust your address format accordingly
💡 Note Address validation errors are from AliExpress's API restrictions, not Importify. Proper formatting is essential for successful order fulfillment.
Common Issues and Solutions
Address Format Problems
Remove apartment/suite numbers from main address line
Place street numbers at beginning of address
Use standard abbreviations (St., Ave., Blvd.)
Avoid special characters or symbols
Phone Number Issues
Include country code
Remove special characters (-,.,())
Ensure proper number length
Use only numeric characters
State/Province Format
Use standard two-letter abbreviations for US states
Spell out full state/province names for other countries
Ensure proper capitalization
📌 Important to know Most address validation errors can be resolved by following AliExpress's specific formatting requirements and removing any non-standard characters or formats.
Troubleshooting Tips
Double-check all required fields are filled
Verify the address exists in Google Maps
Format address exactly as shown in successful orders
Consider using a different shipping service if issues persist
FAQs
Q: Why does this error occur with valid addresses? A: AliExpress has specific formatting requirements that may differ from standard address formats.
Q: Will this affect my customer's order? A: No, but you'll need to resolve the address format issue before you can fulfill the order.
Q: What if the address is verified by other services but still fails? A: Try entering the address manually on AliExpress to identify specific formatting requirements.
Q: Is this an Importify problem? A: No, this is an AliExpress API restriction. Importify simply passes the address information to AliExpress.
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Common Order Fulfillment Issues - Additional troubleshooting guidance