How To Fix FBZI426 - OFX code 10501: Invalid payment recipient

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBZI - Payments via Internet

• Message number: 426

• Message text: OFX code 10501: Invalid payment recipient

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The OFX partner returned the code 10501 (invalid payee). Check the
payee data.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBZI426 - OFX code 10501: Invalid payment recipient ?

  The SAP error message FBZI426 with OFX code 10501: "Invalid payment recipient" typically occurs during the processing of electronic payments, particularly when using the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error indicates that the system cannot recognize or validate the payment recipient specified in the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Recipient Details: The payment recipient's details (such as bank account number, name, or address) may be incorrect or not properly maintained in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may not be set up correctly or may be missing entirely.
  Inactive Vendor/Customer: The recipient may be inactive or blocked in the system, preventing any transactions from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment methods or payment programs in SAP.
  Bank Details: The bank details for the recipient may not be correctly maintained or may be missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Recipient Details: Check the payment recipient's details in the vendor or customer master data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Maintain Master Data: If the recipient is not set up, create or update the vendor or customer master data in SAP. Ensure that the necessary bank details are included.
  Check Status: Verify that the vendor or customer is active and not blocked. You can do this by checking the status in the master data.
  Review Payment Configuration: Ensure that the payment method and payment program configurations are set up correctly. This includes checking the payment medium format and ensuring it aligns with the recipient's requirements.
  Test Payment Run: After making the necessary corrections, perform a test payment run to see if the issue persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FK03 (Display Vendor), FD03 (Display Customer), or FBZP (Maintain Payment Program) to check and maintain the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for electronic payments and payment processing to ensure compliance with the required formats and configurations.
  
  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 investigation.