How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL152 - Bank country was successfully substituted from &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Bank country was successfully substituted from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL152 - Bank country was successfully substituted from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL152 indicates that there has been a substitution of the bank country in a purchase order (PO) or related document. The message typically states that the bank country was successfully substituted from one value (&1) to another value (&2). This substitution usually occurs due to configuration settings or data inconsistencies in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The substitution may be due to settings in the system that dictate how bank details are handled based on certain criteria (e.g., vendor location, company code).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the vendor master data or bank details that require the system to substitute the bank country.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may be implemented that trigger this substitution based on specific business rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Vendor Master Data: Review the vendor master data to ensure that the bank details, including the bank country, are correctly maintained. Ensure that the country codes are valid and correspond to the correct bank information.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to bank details and vendor management. This may include settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module or the Materials Management (MM) module.
  Analyze Substitution Logic: If there are custom enhancements or user exits, review the code to understand why the substitution is occurring. You may need to adjust the logic if it is not functioning as intended.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific message for additional insights or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the relevant tables, or SE80 (Object Navigator) to analyze any custom code.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the substitution behavior aligns with business requirements and does not cause further issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.