How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL094 - BIC code (Swift address): Reference account connection is not valid

/PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL094 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL -

• Message number: 094

• Message text: BIC code (Swift address): Reference account connection is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL094 - BIC code (Swift address): Reference account connection is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL094 with the BIC code (Swift address) indicating that the "Reference account connection is not valid" typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing or bank communication.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid BIC Code: The BIC (Bank Identifier Code) provided may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Missing or Incorrect Bank Details: The bank account details associated with the BIC may be missing or incorrectly configured in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment methods or the bank master data in SAP.
  Inactive or Incorrect Bank Master Data: The bank account or the related master data may not be active or properly set up in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the bank account information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify BIC Code: Check the BIC code for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly entered and