How To Fix RP686 - The IBAN is initial. Unable to generate bank data.

RP686 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 686

• Message text: The IBAN is initial. Unable to generate bank data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP686 - The IBAN is initial. Unable to generate bank data. ?

  The SAP error message RP686 "The IBAN is initial. Unable to generate bank data." typically occurs when the system is trying to process bank data, but the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) field is empty or not populated. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during payroll processing, vendor payments, or when setting up bank details for employees or vendors.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing IBAN: The most common cause is that the IBAN field in the relevant master data (e.g., employee or vendor master record) is not filled in.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the bank data processing in the SAP system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the IBAN might not have been transferred correctly.
  User Error: Users may have forgotten to enter the IBAN when creating or updating bank details.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant master data record (e.g., employee or vendor).
  Ensure that the IBAN