How To Fix BF00003 - The selected bank key is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BF00 - FI: Application base reports

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The selected bank key is not maintained

What causes this issue?

You have selected a field as the bank key that has not been maintained
in the BIC file for the selected countries.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries. Select a different field as the bank key.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BF00003 - The selected bank key is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message BF00003 ("The selected bank key is not maintained") typically occurs when a user attempts to process a transaction that requires a bank key that has not been properly configured or maintained in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of financial transactions, such as payments or bank master data management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Key: The bank key you are trying to use is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The bank key may exist but is not properly configured for the specific company code or country.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the bank master data or the bank key may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the bank key.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) to check if the bank key exists.
  Ensure that the bank key is correctly maintained for the relevant company code and country.
  
  
  
  Maintain Bank Key:
  
  If the bank key does not exist, create it using FI01.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the bank name, address, and country-specific details.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the bank key is assigned to the correct company code. This can be checked in the bank master data.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the bank key. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the bank master data to identify any inconsistencies or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on maintaining bank keys and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FI01: Create Bank Master Data
  FI02: Change Bank Master Data
  FI03: Display Bank Master Data
  
  
  Bank Key Format: Ensure that the bank key format adheres to the requirements of the specific country (e.g., IBAN, SWIFT codes).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to bank key maintenance or the error message BF00003.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.