How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV596 - Sender-SWIFT-Code not existent.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 596

• Message text: Sender-SWIFT-Code not existent.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV596 - Sender-SWIFT-Code not existent. ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV596 Sender-SWIFT-Code not existent typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with SWIFT messages for bank communications. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid SWIFT code for the sender in the relevant configuration or master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing SWIFT Code: The sender's SWIFT code is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the bank or the sender may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the bank or sender.
  Inactive Bank Master Record: The bank master record may be inactive or not properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI12 (for bank master data) or OBPM1 (for bank accounts).
  Verify that the SWIFT code for the sender is correctly maintained.
  If it is missing, add the appropriate SWIFT code.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the bank communication is correctly set up in the system.
  Check the settings in transaction OBPM4 (for bank communication settings) to ensure that the sender's details are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Activate Bank Master Record:
  
  If the bank master record is inactive, activate it to ensure it can be used for transactions.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to ensure there are no discrepancies that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to bank communication and SWIFT integration for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI12, OBPM1, OBPM4, and others related to bank master data and configuration.
  SWIFT Codes: Understand the format and requirements for SWIFT codes, as they are critical for international banking transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /PF1/MSG_CONV596 Sender-SWIFT-Code not existent error message in SAP.