How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E812 - Reference Bank Key is missing

/PF1/MSG_PO_E812 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 812

• Message text: Reference Bank Key is missing

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/PF1/MSG_PO_E812 - Details

• The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E812 Reference Bank Key is missing typically occurs in the context of purchasing or financial transactions where a reference to a bank key is required but not provided. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing purchase orders, vendor master records, or payment transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Key: The primary cause of this error is that the reference bank key, which is necessary for processing payments or transactions, is not maintained in the relevant master data (e.g., vendor master).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment methods or bank details in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the vendor master or related tables may be inconsistent or incomplete.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the vendor master record (transaction code XK03 for general view).
  Ensure that the bank details, including the bank key, are correctly maintained for the vendor.
  If the vendor is