How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE143 - Specified External Sender BIC not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Specified External Sender BIC not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE143 - Specified External Sender BIC not valid ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE143 indicating "Specified External Sender BIC not valid" typically arises in the context of electronic data interchange (EDI) or when dealing with business partner communications, particularly in scenarios involving bank identifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid BIC: The Bank Identifier Code (BIC) provided in the transaction is either incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The BIC may not be properly configured in the SAP system or may not be linked to the relevant business partner.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the BIC entered in the transaction.
  Missing Master Data: The business partner or bank master data may not be set up correctly or is missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify BIC: Check the BIC entered in the transaction for accuracy. Ensure that it conforms to the standard format (8 or 11 characters).
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the BIC is correctly set up.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to check if the BIC is associated with the correct business partner.
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the BIC is not found, you may need to create or update the business partner or bank master data to include the correct BIC.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling BICs and EDI transactions.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BIC Format: The BIC is an international standard for identifying banks and financial institutions. It is essential for international transactions.
  SAP Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant SAP transactions such as BP for business partner management and FI for financial transactions.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your organization has a robust process for maintaining and updating master data to prevent such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the BIC is valid for your transactions.