How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E235 - Sum bank key is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Sum bank key is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E235 - Sum bank key is missing ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E235 indicating "Sum bank key is missing" typically occurs in the context of processing purchase orders or vendor master data. This error suggests that the system is expecting a bank key (which is a unique identifier for a bank) to be present, but it is missing from the relevant data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Key: The most common cause is that the vendor master record does not have a bank key assigned. This can happen if the vendor has not provided bank details or if the data was not entered correctly during the vendor setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment methods or bank details in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the bank key was not transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record (transaction code XK03 for general data or MK03 for purchasing data).
  Verify that the bank details are correctly entered, including the bank key.
  If the bank key is missing, you will need to add it. You can do this by editing the vendor master record and entering the appropriate bank details.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Methods:
  
  Check the payment method configuration in the system (transaction code FBZP).
  Ensure that the payment methods assigned to the vendor are correctly configured to require a bank key.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the vendor master data to identify any other missing or incorrect information that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to vendor master data and payment processing for any additional requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor Master
  MK03: Display Purchasing Data for Vendor
  FBZP: Payment Program Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit vendor master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the missing bank key in SAP.