How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL118 - Error during bank identifier validation: Check bank key (&1) and BIC (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Error during bank identifier validation: Check bank key (&1) and BIC (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL118 - Error during bank identifier validation: Check bank key (&1) and BIC (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL118 indicates that there is an issue with the validation of bank details, specifically the bank key and BIC (Bank Identifier Code). This error typically arises during processes that involve payment transactions, such as creating or processing purchase orders, vendor master data, or payment runs.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more of the following issues:
  
  Incorrect Bank Key: The bank key provided does not match any valid bank in the system.
  Invalid BIC: The BIC provided is incorrect or does not correspond to the bank key.
  Missing Bank Data: The vendor or customer master data may not have the required bank details filled in.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the bank master data in the SAP system.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies between the bank key and BIC in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Bank Key and BIC:
  
  Check the bank key and BIC entered in the transaction. Ensure that they are correct and correspond to each other.
  You can use the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) to verify the bank details in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master data (using transaction codes XK02 for vendors or XD02 for customers) and ensure that the bank details are correctly maintained.
  Make sure that the bank key and BIC are correctly entered in the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Review Bank Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the bank master data is correctly configured in the system. You can check this using transaction code FI01 to see if the bank key and BIC are valid.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Bank:
  
  If you are unsure about the validity of the bank key or BIC, consult with your bank to confirm the correct details.
  
  
  
  Check for Configuration Issues:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the configuration settings related to bank identifiers in the SAP system. This may require assistance from your SAP Basis or Financial team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that there are no discrepancies between the bank key and BIC in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI01, FI02, XK02, and XD02 for managing bank and vendor/customer data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to bank identifier validation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on maintaining bank master data and vendor/customer master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL118. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.