How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EV003 - Ordering &1 and Beneficiary Institution &2 have no relationship

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EV -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Ordering &1 and Beneficiary Institution &2 have no relationship

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EV003 - Ordering &1 and Beneficiary Institution &2 have no relationship ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EV003 indicates that there is no established relationship between the ordering institution (represented by &1) and the beneficiary institution (represented by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in payment processing or interbank transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Relationship: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not recognize a valid relationship between the two institutions involved in the transaction. This could be due to:
  
  The institutions not being set up correctly in the system.
  The relationship not being defined in the configuration settings.
  The institutions being in different networks or systems that do not communicate with each other.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the payment processing settings, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that define the relationships between institutions.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when specifying the ordering and beneficiary institutions can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the institutions in the SAP system. Ensure that the relationship between the ordering institution and the beneficiary institution is properly defined. This may involve:
  
  Checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (e.g., transaction codes like OBPM1 for payment methods).
  Ensuring that the institutions are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Relationship: If the relationship does not exist, you may need to create it. This could involve:
  
  Adding the necessary entries in the relevant tables (e.g., T012 for bank master data).
  Ensuring that the institutions are part of the same payment network or have the necessary agreements in place.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Review the data entered for the transaction to ensure that the correct ordering and beneficiary institutions are specified. Correct any discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to set up and manage relationships between institutions.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, 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:
  
  OBPM1: Payment methods in country
  OBVCU: Define payment methods for each country
  FI12: Bank master data maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation on payment processing and bank relationships for more detailed information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.