How To Fix FD821 - Caution: Bank data for payment document &1 &2: IBAN is too long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FD - EDI Messages in FI

• Message number: 821

• Message text: Caution: Bank data for payment document &1 &2: IBAN is too long

What causes this issue?

The IBAN for the business partner &V3& in payment document &V1& &V2& is
longer than &V4(C)& characters. However, the field for transferring the
account number in the IDoc (E1IDB02-FIIKONTO) has only &V4(C)& places.

System Response

The IBAN cannot be copied into the IDoc. Instead, the bank account
number is copied.

How to fix this error?

No action required. The system determines the bank details of the
business partner using the
<DS:GLOS.3526B8A5AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>bank number</>/
<DS:DE.SWIFT>S.W.I.F.T-Code</> and bank account number.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FD821 - Caution: Bank data for payment document &1 &2: IBAN is too long ?

  The SAP error message FD821 indicates that there is an issue with the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) associated with a payment document. Specifically, the error states that the IBAN is too long, which means that the length of the IBAN exceeds the maximum allowed length defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect IBAN Format: The IBAN entered may be longer than the standard length for the specific country. Different countries have different IBAN lengths, and if the IBAN exceeds this length, it will trigger this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the IBAN, leading to an incorrect and overly long value.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the IBAN lengths for certain countries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify IBAN Length: Check the IBAN against the official IBAN structure for the specific country. Ensure that it adheres to the correct length and format.
  Correct Data Entry: If there was a typographical error, correct the IBAN in the payment document. Make sure to enter the correct IBAN without any extra characters or spaces.
  Update Configuration: If the IBAN is correct but still triggers the error, check the configuration settings in SAP. Ensure that the IBAN lengths for the relevant countries are correctly defined in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for any specific configurations or updates that may be required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IBAN Structure: The IBAN is a standardized international numbering system developed to identify bank accounts across national borders. It consists of a country code, check digits, and a basic bank account number (BBAN).
  Country-Specific IBAN Lengths: Each country has a specific IBAN length. For example, the IBAN for Germany is 22 characters long, while for the UK, it is 22 characters as well. Ensure that the IBAN you are using matches the expected length for the country in question.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to IBAN handling in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FD821 error and ensure that the IBAN is correctly processed in your payment documents.