How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EV026 - BIC enrichment: Bank International Code (BIC) not found for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EV -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: BIC enrichment: Bank International Code (BIC) not found for &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EV026 - BIC enrichment: Bank International Code (BIC) not found for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EV026 indicates that the Bank International Code (BIC) is not found for the specified parameters (usually a bank or a financial institution). This error typically arises in the context of processing payments or financial transactions where a BIC is required for international transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BIC Data: The BIC for the specified bank or financial institution is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Bank Details: The bank details entered (like bank key, country, etc.) may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the BIC data is supposed to be pulled from an external source or a master data system, there may be synchronization issues.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize or retrieve BIC codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain BIC Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI12 (or the relevant transaction for maintaining bank master data).
  Check if the BIC is maintained for the relevant bank account. If not, add the BIC code.
  
  
  
  Verify Bank Details:
  
  Ensure that the bank details (bank key, country, etc.) are correctly entered in the relevant master data records.
  Check if the bank account is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Data Sources:
  
  If the BIC is supposed to be retrieved from an external source, ensure that the data source is available and correctly configured.
  Verify if there are any recent changes in the data source that might have affected the availability of BIC codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to BIC handling and ensure that your system is compliant with the latest requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BIC Codes: BIC (Bank Identifier Code) is used internationally to identify banks and financial institutions. It is essential for international wire transfers and other financial transactions.
  Master Data Management: Proper maintenance of master data is crucial in SAP to avoid such errors. Regular audits and updates of bank details can help prevent issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing bank data, such as FI12 for bank master data, OBPM1 for payment methods, etc.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the BIC is correctly maintained in your SAP system.