How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E210 - Sep.charge BIC has an invalid value.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Sep.charge BIC has an invalid value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E210 - Sep.charge BIC has an invalid value. ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E210 Sep. charge BIC has an invalid value typically indicates that there is an issue with the Bank Identifier Code (BIC) associated with a payment or transaction in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the processing of payments, creating purchase orders, or handling vendor master data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid BIC: The BIC entered may not conform to the standard format or may not be recognized by the system.
  Missing BIC: The BIC field may be empty or not filled in correctly.
  Incorrect Vendor Data: The vendor master data may have an incorrect or outdated BIC.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to payment processing or bank data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify BIC: Check the BIC code for correctness. Ensure that it is 8 or 11 characters long and follows the correct format (e.g., DEUTDEDBXXX).
  Update Vendor Master Data: If the BIC is associated with a vendor, go to the vendor master data and ensure that the BIC is correctly entered. You can do this using transaction code XK02 (for general vendors) or MK02 (for purchasing vendors).
  Check Payment Configuration: Review the payment configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking transaction codes like OBPM1 for payment methods or OBVCU for payment configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on BIC requirements and formats.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BIC Format: The BIC (Bank Identifier Code) is an international standard for identifying banks and financial institutions. It is also known as SWIFT code.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK03 (Display Vendor), MK03 (Display Purchasing Vendor), and FBZP (Payment Program Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid BIC value in your SAP system.