How To Fix F0264 - Receiving bank's country key is not numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Receiving bank's country key is not numeric

INCLUDE 'F0271' OBJECT DOKU ID NA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0264 - Receiving bank's country key is not numeric ?

  The SAP error message F0264, which states "Receiving bank's country key is not numeric," typically occurs when there is an issue with the format of the country key associated with a bank account in the system. This error is often encountered during financial transactions, such as when processing payments or setting up bank details.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Country Key Format: The country key for the receiving bank is expected to be a numeric value, but it may have been entered incorrectly as a non-numeric value (e.g., letters or special characters).
  Configuration Issues: The country key may not be properly configured in the system, or the relevant country codes may not be set up correctly in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors when inputting bank details can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Details:
  
  Navigate to the bank details in the relevant transaction (e.g., vendor master data, customer master data).
  Ensure that the country key is entered correctly and is numeric. The country key should correspond to the ISO country codes (e.g., 'DE' for Germany, 'US' for the United States).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for bank master data in the SAP system. Ensure that the country keys are correctly defined in the system.
  Use transaction code OBY6 to review the country key settings.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being entered to ensure that it adheres to the expected format. If the data is being imported or uploaded, ensure that the source data is clean and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on entering bank details and country keys.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to bank details include:
  
  FK01: Create Vendor (Accounting)
  FK02: Change Vendor (Accounting)
  FK03: Display Vendor (Accounting)
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  
  
  Country Key Table: The country keys are usually stored in the table T005. You can check this table to see the list of valid country keys and their corresponding numeric values.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.