How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RP_E096 - Specified BIC is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RP_E -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Specified BIC is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP_E096 - Specified BIC is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP_E096 indicating "Specified BIC is not valid" typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank identifiers in the SAP system. BIC stands for Bank Identifier Code, which is used to identify banks and financial institutions globally.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid BIC Code: The BIC code entered may not be valid or may not conform to the required format.
  Missing BIC Code: The BIC code may not be maintained in the system for the specific bank or financial institution.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set up correctly to recognize the BIC code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be typographical errors in the BIC code entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify BIC Code: Check the BIC code for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly entered and conforms to the standard format (8 or 11 characters).
  Check Bank Master Data: Ensure that the BIC code is correctly maintained in the bank master data. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., FI01 for creating a bank, FI02 for changing a bank).
  Update Configuration: If the BIC code is not recognized, you may need to update the configuration settings in the SAP system to include the new BIC code.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for the correct BIC codes to use.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BIC Format: A BIC code typically consists of 8 or 11 characters, where the first four characters represent the bank code, the next two represent the country code, the next two represent the location code, and the last three (if present) represent the branch code.
  SAP Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant SAP transactions for managing bank data, such as:
  
  FI01: Create Bank
  FI02: Change Bank
  FI03: Display Bank
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to BIC codes and banking transactions that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the invalid BIC code in SAP.