How To Fix FZ766 - Bank details &1 / &2 / &3: IBAN is too long for EDI payment method &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 766

• Message text: Bank details &1 / &2 / &3: IBAN is too long for EDI payment method &4

What causes this issue?

The IBAN &V3& of the bank details that would be used for the EDI payment
method &V4& has more than 30 characters.

System Response

In the SAP standard system these bank details cannot be used, and are
therefore rejected.

How to fix this error?

The system determines a different set of bank details or a different
payment method, or the payment is rejected if no valid combination can
be determined.

Procedure for System Administrators

In the SAP standard system, the IBAN is transferred in the 30 character
field E1IDB02-FIIKONTO of the IDoc of message type PAYEXT. If you have
enhanced the IDoc with a long IBAN field and fill it in the related
<DS:TRAN.CMOD>Customer Enhancement </> (for example, EXIT_SAPLIEDP_902
in enhancement FEDI0004), you can switch off the error message in
Customizing and use the EDI payment method.

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

INCLUDE CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ766 - Bank details &1 / &2 / &3: IBAN is too long for EDI payment method &4 ?

  The SAP error message FZ766 indicates that the IBAN (International Bank Account Number) provided for a specific bank account is too long for the specified EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) payment method. This error typically arises when the IBAN exceeds the character limit defined for the payment method in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  IBAN Length: The IBAN is longer than the maximum length allowed for the specified EDI payment method. Different countries have different IBAN lengths, and if the system is not configured to accommodate the length of the IBAN, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The payment method configuration in SAP may not be set up correctly to handle the IBAN length for the specific country or bank.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry of the IBAN, such as extra characters or spaces.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IBAN Length: Verify the length of the IBAN you are trying to use. Ensure that it conforms to the standard length for the country in question.
  Review Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the payment method in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 or similar).
  Check the settings for the specific payment method and ensure that the IBAN length is correctly defined.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to accommodate longer IBANs.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the IBAN entered in the vendor or customer master data to ensure there are no typos or extra characters.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator to understand the specific requirements for IBANs and EDI payment methods in your system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IBAN Standards: Familiarize yourself with the IBAN standards for the countries you are dealing with. The IBAN can be up to 34 characters long, depending on the country.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide updates regarding IBAN handling in your version of SAP.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payment can be processed successfully.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FZ766 error and ensure that your IBAN is correctly processed for EDI payments.