How To Fix MDG_BS_BP008 - Check the proposed IBAN

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP - MDG BP: general messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Check the proposed IBAN

What causes this issue?

The banking guidelines state that you can only use IBANs that have been
assigned by banks. Therefore, you are not permitted to generate IBANs in
the SAP System. To relieve the workload on the user, an IBAN is proposed
in the field for IBAN from the data you have entered (bank key, account
number, ..). You have to compare this with the IBAN specified in the
correspondence from the business partner, change it if necessary, and
then confirm it.

How can this happen?

The value proposed by the system may be different from the real IBAN,
for example, if the bank makes the account number into ten characters by
adding zeros to the end. When the system creates the proposal, leading
zeros are added to the account number.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the proposed IBAN.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP008 - Check the proposed IBAN ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP008 with the description "Check the proposed IBAN" typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partners when there is an issue with the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) being entered or validated.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid IBAN Format: The IBAN entered does not conform to the expected format for the specific country. Each country has its own IBAN structure, including length and character types.
  Incorrect Country Code: The country code in the IBAN may not match the country specified for the business partner.
  Missing IBAN: The IBAN field may be empty or not filled in correctly.
  Validation Rules: The system may have specific validation rules that the IBAN does not meet, such as checksum validation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify IBAN Format: Check the IBAN against the official format for the country it is associated with. Ensure that it has the correct number of characters and that it follows the structure defined by the relevant banking authority.
  Check Country Code: Ensure that the country code in the IBAN matches the country of the business partner. If there is a mismatch, correct it.
  Fill in the IBAN: If the IBAN field is empty, ensure that it is filled in with a valid IBAN.
  Use IBAN Validation Tools: Utilize online IBAN validation tools or SAP's built-in validation features to check the correctness of the IBAN.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific validation rules that may apply to your implementation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IBAN Structure: Familiarize yourself with the IBAN structure for different countries. The IBAN typically consists of a country code, check digits, bank identifier, and account number.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide updates related to IBAN validation in your version of SAP.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in your SAP system related to business partner data and IBAN validation to ensure they are set up correctly.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering IBANs are trained on the correct format and validation requirements to minimize errors.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.