How To Fix BF00214 - The 'IBAN w/o BIC' function is not activated for country &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BF00 - FI: Application base reports

• Message number: 214

• Message text: The 'IBAN w/o BIC' function is not activated for country &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BF00214 - The 'IBAN w/o BIC' function is not activated for country &1 ?

  The SAP error message BF00214 indicates that the "IBAN w/o BIC" function is not activated for a specific country in your SAP system. This error typically arises when you are trying to process transactions that require the use of IBAN (International Bank Account Number) without a BIC (Bank Identifier Code) for a country where this functionality has not been enabled.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The primary cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for handling IBAN without BIC has not been set up for the specified country in the SAP system.
  Country-Specific Settings: Each country may have different requirements for bank account formats, and if the country in question does not support IBAN without BIC, this error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the "IBAN w/o BIC" function for the specified country. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG):
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Bank Accounting > Master Data > Define Countries.
  
  
  
  Check Country Settings:
  
  In the country settings, look for the specific country that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the option for "IBAN w/o BIC" is activated. This may involve checking a checkbox or setting a specific parameter.
  
  
  
  Adjust Bank Master Data:
  
  If necessary, review the bank master data for the relevant country to ensure that it is correctly configured to support IBAN without BIC.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific settings or need further assistance, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Financial Accounting consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IBAN and BIC: IBAN is used to identify bank accounts internationally, while BIC is used to identify banks. Some countries may allow transactions using IBAN without requiring a BIC.
  Country-Specific Regulations: Different countries have different regulations regarding banking transactions, so it is essential to ensure that your SAP system is configured according to the local requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BF00214 error and successfully process transactions that require IBAN without BIC for the specified country.