How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV658 - Field &1 does not contain a valid bank / clearing code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Field &1 does not contain a valid bank / clearing code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV658 - Field &1 does not contain a valid bank / clearing code ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV658 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) does not contain a valid bank or clearing code. This error typically arises during processes that involve financial transactions, such as payment processing or bank master data maintenance.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Bank/Clearing Code: The bank or clearing code entered in the relevant field does not match any valid entries in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Typographical errors in the code.
  The bank or clearing code not being set up in the system.
  The code being inactive or deleted.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the bank or clearing code, especially if it is a new code that has not been fully integrated into the system.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the bank master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify the Code: Check the bank or clearing code entered in the field for any typographical errors. Ensure that it is correctly formatted.
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the bank master data in SAP (transaction code FI01 for creating a bank, FI02 for changing, and FI03 for displaying).
  Ensure that the bank or clearing code exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the code is new, ensure that it has been properly configured in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for entering bank or clearing codes to ensure compliance with the required formats and standards.
  
  
  Data Migration Check: If the issue arose after a data migration, verify that all necessary bank codes were migrated correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  Contact 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 related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing bank master data (FI01, FI02, FI03).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to bank master data and error messages for additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify bank master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.