How To Fix FIBL1101 - Target bank &1 is not a post office giro bank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIBL1 - Payment Interface

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Target bank &1 is not a post office giro bank

What causes this issue?

The payment method is indicated as payment method &V2& for postal giro
accounts. However, the target bank &V1& is not a postal giro bank.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIBL1101 - Target bank &1 is not a post office giro bank ?

  The SAP error message FIBL1101, which states "Target bank &1 is not a post office giro bank," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving bank transfers or payments. This error indicates that the specified target bank (represented by &1) is not recognized as a valid post office giro bank in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Bank Configuration: The target bank may not be set up correctly in the SAP system as a post office giro bank.
  Bank Master Data Issues: The bank master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to the system not recognizing it as a post office giro bank.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction being processed may require a specific type of bank (e.g., post office giro) that the target bank does not meet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) in SAP.
  Verify that the target bank is correctly configured as a post office giro bank. Ensure that the bank type is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Update Bank Details:
  
  If the bank is not set up as a post office giro bank, you may need to create or modify the bank master data to reflect this.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the bank key, bank country, and bank type.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Check the payment method configuration in the relevant payment program settings. Ensure that the payment method being used is compatible with post office giro banks.
  
  
  
  Consult with Financial Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration or if changes are needed, consult with your finance or treasury team to ensure compliance with banking regulations and internal policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI01, FI02, OBPM1 (for payment methods), and OBVCU (for customizing payment transactions).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing bank master data and payment configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIBL1101 error and ensure that the target bank is correctly recognized as a post office giro bank in your SAP system.