How To Fix MDGBP157 - Enter a valid IBAN or bank account number


MDGBP157 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MDGBP - Master Data Governance: Business Partner specific messages

  • Message number: 157

  • Message text: Enter a valid IBAN or bank account number

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDGBP157 - Enter a valid IBAN or bank account number ?
    The SAP error message MDGBP157, which states "Enter a valid IBAN or bank account number," typically occurs when a user is trying to enter or validate an International Bank Account Number (IBAN) or a bank account number in the SAP system, and the input does not meet the required format or validation criteria.
    Causes:
    
    Incorrect Format: The IBAN or bank account number entered does not conform to the expected format. Each country has specific rules regarding the length and structure of IBANs.
    Invalid Characters: The input may contain invalid characters (e.g., letters in a numeric field).
    Incomplete Information: The IBAN or bank account number may be incomplete or missing required digits.
    Country-Specific Rules: The system may have specific validation rules based on the country of the bank account, and the entered data does not comply with these rules.
    
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the bank account data in the SAP system. Solutions: Check

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