How To Fix FICASEPA_EMSG003 - IBAN not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICASEPA_EMSG - Error Message for Status report SEPA XML

• Message number: 003

• Message text: IBAN not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICASEPA_EMSG003 - IBAN not found ?

  The SAP error message FICASEPA_EMSG003: IBAN not found typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) transactions. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid International Bank Account Number (IBAN) for the specified account.
  Causes:
  
  Missing IBAN: The most common cause is that the IBAN is not maintained in the vendor or customer master data.
  Incorrect IBAN Format: The IBAN may be incorrectly formatted or contain invalid characters.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the master records and the transaction data.
  Inactive or Deleted Master Record: The account associated with the IBAN may be inactive or deleted.
  Country-Specific Issues: The IBAN may not be applicable for the country of the bank account.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master data in SAP and verify that the IBAN is correctly entered.
  Ensure that the IBAN is maintained in the appropriate format and is valid.
  
  
  
  Update IBAN:
  
  If the IBAN is missing or incorrect, update the master data with the correct IBAN.
  Use transaction codes like FK02 (Change Vendor) or FD02 (Change Customer) to update the information.
  
  
  
  Validate IBAN:
  
  Use an IBAN validation tool or service to ensure that the IBAN is valid and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Records:
  
  Ensure that the vendor or customer account is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for SEPA payments in SAP to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines related to SEPA and IBAN handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SEPA related transactions, FK01 (Create Vendor), FD01 (Create Customer), etc.
  IBAN Structure: Understand the structure of IBANs, which varies by country, to ensure compliance with local banking regulations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to SEPA and IBAN issues, as there may be patches or updates that address specific problems.
  
  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.