How To Fix /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP054 - BIC code for assigned institute is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP -

• Message number: 054

• Message text: BIC code for assigned institute is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP054 - BIC code for assigned institute is missing ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP054 indicating that the "BIC code for assigned institute is missing" typically arises in the context of financial transactions or data imports where a Bank Identifier Code (BIC) is required for a specific financial institution. This error can occur during processes such as payment processing, bank statement imports, or when dealing with financial data in XML format.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BIC Code: The primary cause of this error is that the BIC code for the specified financial institution is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the bank or financial institution may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Data Import Issues: If you are importing data (e.g., XML files), the data may not contain the required BIC code for the specified institute.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the bank or financial institution may not be set up correctly, leading to missing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain BIC Code:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) in SAP.
  Enter the relevant bank details and ensure that the BIC code is correctly entered and saved.
  If the bank is already created, check the details and add the missing BIC code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the bank configuration is complete. This can be done in the transaction code OBY6 (Define House Banks) or OBPM1 (Define Bank Master Data).
  Verify that the bank account is linked to the correct BIC code.
  
  
  
  Review Data Imports:
  
  If you are importing data, check the XML file or data source to ensure that it includes the BIC code for the relevant financial institution.
  Make sure that the mapping of fields in the import process is correct.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Review the master data for the financial institution to ensure that all required fields, including the BIC code, are populated.
  Use transaction codes like FI03 (Display Bank) to check the existing data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage bank master data and BIC codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BIC Code: The Bank Identifier Code (BIC) is an international standard for identifying banks and financial institutions. It is essential for international transactions.
  SAP Modules: This error is often encountered in modules related to Financial Accounting (FI) and Treasury (TR).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing bank data, such as FI01, FI02, FI03, OBY6, and OBPM1.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.