How To Fix /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI167 - IBAN validation: Validation failed for Ref-IBAN &1

/PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: IBAN validation: Validation failed for Ref-IBAN &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI167 - IBAN validation: Validation failed for Ref-IBAN &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI167 indicates that there is a validation issue with the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) in the system. This error typically arises when the IBAN format does not conform to the expected standards or when the IBAN itself is invalid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect IBAN Format: The IBAN may not be in the correct format, which includes the wrong number of characters or incorrect country code.
  Invalid IBAN: The IBAN may not correspond to a valid bank account. This could be due to a typo or an outdated account number.
  Country-Specific Rules: Different countries have specific rules regarding IBAN formats. If the IBAN does not adhere to these rules, validation will fail.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in SAP related to IBAN validation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IBAN Format: Verify that the IBAN entered follows the correct format for the respective country. You can use online IBAN validators to check if the