How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL145 - Error determining BIC from IBAN &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL -

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Error determining BIC from IBAN &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL145 - Error determining BIC from IBAN &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL145 indicates an issue with determining the Bank Identifier Code (BIC) from an International Bank Account Number (IBAN). This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or when processing payment information in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid IBAN: The IBAN provided may be incorrectly formatted or invalid, which prevents the system from deriving the BIC.
  Missing Configuration: The system may not have the necessary configuration or mapping to convert the IBAN to a BIC.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the bank account or vendor/customer information.
  Country-Specific Issues: Different countries have different rules for IBAN and BIC formats. If the IBAN is from a country not properly configured in the system, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IBAN Format: Verify that the IBAN is correctly formatted and valid. You can use online IBAN validation tools to check its validity.
  Update Configuration: Ensure that the necessary configuration for IBAN to BIC mapping is in place. This may involve:
  
  Checking the settings in transaction codes like OBPM1 (for bank master data) or OBY6 (for payment methods).
  Ensuring that the country-specific settings for IBAN and BIC are correctly maintained in the system.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the bank details are correctly entered and complete.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to bank account management and IBAN/BIC processing for specific guidance.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to bank account management, such as FI12 (for bank master data) and OBPM1 (for payment methods).
  Country-Specific IBAN/BIC Rules: Understand the specific rules and formats for IBAN and BIC in the countries you are dealing with, as this can vary significantly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.