How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E143 - Specified External Sender BIC not valid

/PF1/MSG_PO_E143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Specified External Sender BIC not valid

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/PF1/MSG_PO_E143 - Details

• The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E143 indicating "Specified External Sender BIC not valid" typically arises in the context of electronic data interchange (EDI) or when dealing with financial transactions that involve Bank Identifier Codes (BIC). This error suggests that the BIC provided for an external sender is either incorrect, not recognized, or not valid in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect BIC: The BIC entered may be misspelled or formatted incorrectly.
  BIC Not Registered: The BIC may not be registered in the relevant banking or financial system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in SAP related to bank communication.
  Missing Data: The BIC might not be maintained in the master data for the vendor or customer.
  Outdated Information: The BIC may have changed, and the system has not been updated with the new information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify BIC: Check the BIC for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly entered and follows the standard format (8 or 11 characters).
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