How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH303 - Reference bank key substituted by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Reference bank key substituted by &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH303 - Reference bank key substituted by &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH303 Reference bank key substituted by &1 typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank master data or payment processing. This message indicates that the system has automatically substituted a reference bank key with another one (represented by &1) due to some inconsistency or missing information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Key: The original bank key that was supposed to be used is not available or is not valid in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the bank master data, such as missing entries or incorrect configurations.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the intended bank key.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be discrepancies in the bank key data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Bank Master Data: Verify that the bank key you are trying to use exists in the system and is correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the bank master data transaction (e.g., FI12 for bank master data).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for bank keys and payment methods are correctly set up in the system. This can be done in the Financial Accounting (FI) configuration settings.
  Update Payment Information: If the transaction is related to a payment, check the payment information for the vendor or customer to ensure that the correct bank key is assigned.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to bank key management for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI12 (Bank Master Data), OBPM1 (Payment Methods in Country), and OBPM2 (Payment Methods for Company Code).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.