How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH287 - The specified country or bank key do not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 287

• Message text: The specified country or bank key do not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH287 - The specified country or bank key do not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH287 indicates that the specified country or bank key does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank master data or payment processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Key: The bank key you are trying to use is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Country Code: The country code associated with the bank key may be incorrect or not defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries in the bank master data table.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the bank key or country may not be properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) to verify if the bank key exists for the specified country.
  Ensure that the bank key is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Country Code:
  
  Check if the country code you are using is valid and corresponds to the bank key.
  You can use transaction code OBY6 to view the country-specific settings.
  
  
  
  Update or Create Bank Key:
  
  If the bank key does not exist, you may need to create it using FI01.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the country code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that the bank key and country settings are correctly configured.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the bank master data to identify any discrepancies.
  You can use transaction code SE16 to view the relevant database tables (e.g., BNKA for bank master data).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on bank key configuration and management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FI01: Create Bank Master Record
  FI02: Change Bank Master Record
  FI03: Display Bank Master Record
  OBY6: Define Countries
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  BNKA: Bank Master Data
  T005: Countries
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.