How To Fix FQME122 - IBAN &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQME - Financial Quantity Management: Manual Entry Message Class

• Message number: 122

• Message text: IBAN &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQME122 - IBAN &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message FQME122 indicates that the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) entered in the system is not valid. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of Error FQME122
  
  
  Incorrect IBAN Format: The IBAN must adhere to specific formatting rules, including the correct length and structure for the country in question. Each country has its own IBAN format.
  
  
  Typographical Errors: Mistakes in entering the IBAN, such as incorrect characters, missing digits, or extra spaces, can lead to this error.
  
  
  Invalid Country Code: The IBAN must start with a valid country code. If the country code is incorrect or not recognized, the IBAN will be deemed invalid.
  
  
  Checksum Validation Failure: The IBAN includes a checksum that is used to verify its validity. If the checksum does not match the rest of the IBAN, it will be considered invalid.
  
  
  Bank Account Issues: The IBAN may correspond to a bank account that is closed, inactive, or does not exist.
  
  
  Solutions to Resolve the Error
  
  
  Verify IBAN Format: Check the IBAN against the official format for the specific country. Ensure that it has the correct number of characters and follows the required structure.
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors: Review the IBAN for any mistakes in entry. Look for missing characters, incorrect digits, or extra spaces.
  
  
  Validate the Country Code: Ensure that the IBAN starts with a valid country code that corresponds to the country of the bank account.
  
  
  Perform Checksum Validation: Use an IBAN validation tool or algorithm to check if the checksum is correct. This can help identify if the IBAN is structurally valid.
  
  
  Contact the Bank: If the IBAN appears to be correct but still results in an error, contact the bank associated with the IBAN to confirm its validity and status.
  
  
  Use SAP Tools: If you have access to SAP tools or transaction codes that validate IBANs, use them to check the validity of the IBAN in question.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  IBAN Structure: The IBAN consists of a country code, check digits, bank identifier, and account number. The exact structure varies by country.
  
  
  SAP Configuration: Ensure that the SAP system is configured to recognize the IBAN formats for the countries you are dealing with. This may involve customizing settings in the SAP Financial module.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling IBANs and related error messages.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FQME122 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.