How To Fix BFIBL02255 - Deviating format tree does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BFIBL02 - Payment Medium: Messages

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Deviating format tree does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BFIBL02255 - Deviating format tree does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BFIBL02255 ("Deviating format tree does not exist") typically occurs in the context of the Bank Communication Management (BCM) or when dealing with electronic bank statements in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific format tree that is required for processing bank statements or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Format Tree: The format tree that is referenced in the configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the bank communication or electronic bank statement processing may not be set up correctly, leading to the system looking for a format tree that is not defined.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of configuration settings, the format tree may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Format Tree Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (for Bank Communication Management) or OBPM2 (for Electronic Bank Statement) and verify the format tree settings.
  Ensure that the format tree you are trying to use is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Format Tree:
  
  If the format tree does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the transaction code OBPM1 or OBPM2 by defining a new format tree that matches the requirements of your bank statement or communication format.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including the format tree, were transported correctly.
  If necessary, re-transport the missing objects or manually create the format tree in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or solutions based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1, OBPM2, FF_5, and FF_6 for bank statement processing.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error BFIBL02255 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for Bank Communication Management and Electronic Bank Statement processing to ensure all settings are correctly applied.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.