How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E142 - Combination of External Sender Bank Country and Bank Key not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Combination of External Sender Bank Country and Bank Key not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E142 - Combination of External Sender Bank Country and Bank Key not valid ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E142 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of the external sender's bank country and the bank key in the system. This error typically arises in the context of payment processing or when setting up vendor master data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Bank Key: The bank key provided does not correspond to a valid bank in the specified country.
  Country Configuration: The country settings in the SAP system may not be correctly configured to recognize the bank key.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may have incorrect or incomplete information regarding the bank details.
  Bank Master Data: The bank master data may not have been set up correctly for the specified country.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Bank Key: Verify that the bank key entered is correct and exists in the system for the specified country. You can do this by checking the bank master data.
  Review Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor master data is complete and accurate, particularly the bank details. You can do this by navigating to the vendor master record and checking the bank information.
  Country Configuration: Ensure that the country settings in the SAP system are correctly configured to recognize the bank key. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Bank Master Data: If the bank key is not valid, you may need to create or update the bank master data for the relevant country. This can be done using transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure bank data and resolve related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FI01 - Create Bank
  FI02 - Change Bank
  FK01 - Create Vendor
  FK02 - Change Vendor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify bank and vendor master data.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Financial Accounting module.