How To Fix HRPAD00_SEPA_MANDATE003 - The SWIFT code for bank &1 cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAD00_SEPA_MANDATE - SEPA Mandates for Direct Debits in Payroll

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The SWIFT code for bank &1 cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAD00_SEPA_MANDATE003 - The SWIFT code for bank &1 cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message HRPAD00_SEPA_MANDATE003 indicates that the system is unable to determine the SWIFT code for a specified bank. This error typically arises in the context of processing SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) mandates, which require accurate bank details, including the SWIFT/BIC code, for international transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Data: The SWIFT code for the specified bank is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Bank Configuration: The bank details may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Bank Not Supported: The bank in question may not be supported for SEPA transactions, or it may not have a valid SWIFT code associated with it.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the bank master data or the employee's bank details.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) to verify if the SWIFT code is correctly maintained for the bank in question.
  Ensure that the bank is set up correctly with all required details, including the SWIFT/BIC code.
  
  
  
  Maintain SWIFT Code:
  
  If the SWIFT code is missing, you will need to add it. This can usually be done in the bank master data settings.
  Ensure that the SWIFT code is valid and corresponds to the correct bank.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Bank Details:
  
  Check the employee's bank details in the infotype 0009 (Bank Details) to ensure that the correct bank is assigned.
  Make sure that the bank key and country are correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Consult with Bank:
  
  If you are unsure about the SWIFT code, consult with the bank to obtain the correct code.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Mandates: Ensure that you are familiar with the requirements for SEPA mandates, as they have specific rules regarding bank details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to bank master data and SEPA processing for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the SWIFT code for the bank is correctly determined in your SAP system.