How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL069 - Bank code number &1 maintained but marked as invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Bank code number &1 maintained but marked as invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL069 - Bank code number &1 maintained but marked as invalid ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL069 indicates that a bank code number has been maintained in the system but is marked as invalid. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents or vendor master data where bank details are involved.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Bank Code: The bank code you are trying to use is marked as invalid in the system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The bank code was deactivated or deleted.
  The bank code is not properly configured in the system.
  The bank code is not assigned to the relevant country or currency.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typographical error in the bank code entered in the vendor master or purchasing document.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The bank code may not be set up correctly in the SAP system, or the necessary configurations for the bank code are missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Code Validity:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) to check the status of the bank code.
  Verify if the bank code is marked as valid. If it is marked as invalid, you may need to reactivate it or create a new valid bank code.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the vendor master data or the purchasing document to ensure that the bank code is entered correctly without any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Ensure that the bank code is properly configured in the system. This includes checking the country-specific settings and ensuring that the bank code is assigned to the correct country and currency.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP FI (Financial Accounting) consultant to ensure that all configurations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing bank codes and vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FI01 - Create Bank
  FI02 - Change Bank
  FI03 - Display Bank
  MK01 - Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02 - Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03 - Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to bank code management.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify bank codes and vendor master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the bank code is valid for use in your SAP transactions.