How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RE143 - Specified External Sender BIC not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RE -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Specified External Sender BIC not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE143 - Specified External Sender BIC not valid ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE143 Specified External Sender BIC not valid typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing or bank communication. The BIC (Bank Identifier Code) is a standard format of Business Identifier Codes used to uniquely identify banks and financial institutions globally.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the BIC provided in the transaction is not valid. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect BIC: The BIC entered may be misspelled or formatted incorrectly.
  Non-existent BIC: The BIC may not exist in the relevant banking database or is not recognized by the SAP system.
  Inactive BIC: The BIC may be valid but is currently inactive or not in use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the bank master data in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify the BIC:
  
  Check the BIC for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the BIC is in the correct format (8 or 11 characters).
  
  
  
  Check BIC Validity:
  
  Use an online BIC lookup tool or contact the bank to confirm that the BIC is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Update Bank Master Data:
  
  If the BIC is correct but not recognized in SAP, you may need to update the bank master data in the SAP system.
  Go to the transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) to add or modify the bank details.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Bank:
  
  If you are unsure about the BIC or if it is a new bank, consult with your financial institution for the correct BIC.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the bank communication settings in SAP are correctly configured. This may involve checking the settings in the transaction code OBPM1 (for payment methods) or OBY6 (for bank accounts).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches that may resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BIC Format: The BIC is typically composed of 8 or 11 characters, where the first 4 characters represent the bank code, the next 2 characters represent the country code, the next 2 characters represent the location code, and the last 3 characters (optional) represent the branch code.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI01, FI02, OBPM1, and OBY6 for managing bank details in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on bank communication and payment processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid BIC in your SAP system.