How To Fix REEXFI320 - Creditor identification number for SEPA mandate &1 is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REEXFI - Messages for Interface to FI

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Creditor identification number for SEPA mandate &1 is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REEXFI320 - Creditor identification number for SEPA mandate &1 is not unique ?

  The SAP error message REEXFI320 indicates that there is a problem with the creditor identification number (CIN) for a SEPA mandate. Specifically, it means that the creditor identification number you are trying to use is not unique in the system. This can occur when the same CIN is assigned to multiple creditors or mandates, which is not allowed in the SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) framework.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Creditor Identification Numbers: The most common cause of this error is that the creditor identification number you are trying to use has already been assigned to another creditor or mandate in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the creditor identification number, leading to duplicates.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that duplicates were introduced during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code OBPM1 for managing SEPA mandates) and check if the creditor identification number is already in use.
  You can also run a report or query to find all instances of the creditor identification number in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If you find that the creditor identification number is indeed duplicated, you will need to either:
  
  Change the creditor identification number for one of the entries to ensure uniqueness.
  Delete the duplicate entry if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry Procedures: 
  
  Ensure that there are proper checks in place to prevent duplicate entries in the future. This may involve training users or implementing validation checks in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to SEPA mandates and creditor identification numbers for any additional guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect a system bug or need further technical guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Mandates: Understand the requirements for SEPA mandates, including the need for unique creditor identification numbers.
  SAP Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings related to payment processing and SEPA in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to SEPA and creditor management include:
  
  OBPM1: Manage SEPA Mandates
  OBPM2: Display SEPA Mandates
  OBPM3: Change SEPA Mandates
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REEXFI320 error and ensure that your creditor identification numbers are unique and compliant with SEPA requirements.