How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RE140 - Combination of specified Ref. Bank Country and Ref. Bank Key not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RE -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Combination of specified Ref. Bank Country and Ref. Bank Key not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE140 - Combination of specified Ref. Bank Country and Ref. Bank Key not valid ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE140 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of the reference bank country and the reference bank key in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank master data or payment processing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Bank Key or Country: The reference bank key you are trying to use does not exist for the specified reference bank country in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The bank key may not be properly configured in the SAP system for the specified country.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the bank key or country code entered in the transaction.
  Bank Master Data Not Created: The bank master data for the specified combination may not have been created in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) to verify if the bank key exists for the specified country.
  Ensure that the bank key is correctly set up and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Input Data:
  
  Double-check the reference bank country and bank key entered in the transaction. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Bank Data:
  
  If the bank key does not exist for the specified country, you may need to create it using the transaction code FI01.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that the bank key and country are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify bank master data.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FI01: Create Bank Master Data
  FI02: Change Bank Master Data
  FI03: Display Bank Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to bank master data management for more detailed information on how to set up and maintain bank keys and countries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the reference bank country and bank key are valid in your SAP system.