How To Fix SEPA146 - Creditor ID &1 is not valid

SEPA146 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPA - SEPA Mandate: Messages

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Creditor ID &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPA146 - Creditor ID &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message SEPA146 indicates that the Creditor ID specified in a transaction is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) transactions, where a valid Creditor ID is essential for processing payments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Creditor ID: The Creditor ID may not be correctly defined in the system or may not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Format: The Creditor ID may not conform to the required format or length as specified by the SEPA regulations.
  Missing Data: The Creditor ID may not be assigned to the relevant business partner or vendor in the system.
  Inactive Creditor ID: The Creditor ID may have been deactivated or marked as inactive in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Creditor ID: Check the Creditor ID in the SAP system to ensure it is correctly defined and active. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction.
  Check Format: Ensure that the