How To Fix IHC_DIRECT607 - Recipient name is missing (bank data)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC_DIRECT - Messages for Direct Entry

• Message number: 607

• Message text: Recipient name is missing (bank data)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC_DIRECT607 - Recipient name is missing (bank data) ?

  The SAP error message IHC_DIRECT607 indicates that there is a missing recipient name in the bank data when using the Integrated Financial Services (IHC) module. This error typically occurs when trying to process a payment or transaction that requires bank details, but the recipient's name is not provided or is incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Recipient Name: The most common cause is that the recipient's name is not filled in the relevant bank data configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The bank data for the recipient may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the data is being transferred from another system or module, there may be issues with how the data is being mapped or transferred.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the vendor or customer may be incomplete, lacking necessary information such as the recipient's name.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Data Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where bank data is maintained (e.g., vendor or customer master data).
  Ensure that the recipient name is filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master data (transaction codes like XK02 for vendors or XD02 for customers).
  Check the bank details section and ensure that the recipient name is entered.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Program Settings:
  
  If applicable, check the payment program settings to ensure that the configuration is correct and that it is set to pull the recipient name from the correct field.
  
  
  
  Data Mapping:
  
  If data is being imported or transferred, review the mapping to ensure that the recipient name is being correctly populated in the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), XK01/XK02 (Vendor Master), and XD01/XD02 (Customer Master).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on maintaining bank data and understanding the IHC module.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IHC_DIRECT607 error and ensure that the recipient name is correctly populated in the bank data.