How To Fix FV634 - Enter BAI or BAI2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 634

• Message text: Enter BAI or BAI2

What causes this issue?

System currently supports formats BAI and BAI2 only.

How to fix this error?

Therefore enter either BAI or BAI2.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV634 - Enter BAI or BAI2 ?

  The SAP error message FV634 ("Enter BAI or BAI2") typically occurs when you are trying to process a bank statement or a payment file, and the system requires you to specify the format of the file you are working with. BAI (Bank Administration Institute) and BAI2 are standard formats for electronic bank statements.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Format Specification: The error indicates that the system expects you to specify whether the file is in BAI or BAI2 format, but this information is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the bank statement processing may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the file format.
  File Upload Issues: If you are uploading a file, the system may not be able to determine the format due to incorrect file naming or content.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify the Format: When processing the bank statement, ensure that you explicitly select or enter the format as BAI or BAI2 in the relevant field.
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBBA (for bank statement configuration).
  Ensure that the bank account and the corresponding settings are correctly configured to accept BAI or BAI2 formats.
  Verify that the format settings in the bank master data are correct.
  
  
  File Naming: If you are uploading a file, ensure that the file name or extension is appropriate and matches the expected format.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for processing bank statements to ensure compliance with the required formats.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FF67 (for manual bank statement processing) and FF.5 (for electronic bank statement processing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to bank statement processing that may provide additional insights or fixes for known issues.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process with a sample file to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.