How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EH155 - SEPA country check failed for ref ountry field in reference account inf.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EH -

• Message number: 155

• Message text: SEPA country check failed for ref ountry field in reference account inf.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH155 - SEPA country check failed for ref ountry field in reference account inf. ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH155 indicates that there is a problem with the SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) country check for a reference account in the context of a purchase order or payment processing. This error typically arises when the country specified in the reference account does not match the requirements for SEPA transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Country Code: The country code specified in the reference account is not valid for SEPA transactions. SEPA is applicable only to Eurozone countries.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in SAP for SEPA might not be correctly set up, leading to mismatches in country codes.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The reference account may have missing or incorrect data, such as an invalid IBAN or BIC, or the country field may not be populated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Country Code: Verify that the country code in the reference account is valid for SEPA transactions. It should be one of the Eurozone countries.
  Update Reference Account: If the country code is incorrect, update the reference account with the correct country code that is valid for SEPA.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for SEPA in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with the requirements for SEPA transactions.
  Validate IBAN/BIC: Ensure that the IBAN and BIC codes are correctly entered and correspond to the specified country.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to SEPA.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Overview: SEPA is a payment-integration initiative of the European Union for simplifying bank transfers denominated in euros.
  SAP Configuration for SEPA: Ensure that your SAP system is configured to handle SEPA payments, including the necessary settings for bank accounts and payment methods.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods) or FI12 (for bank master data) to check and update the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on SEPA configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult the SAP community for further assistance.