How To Fix SEPA190 - Country &1 is not a SEPA country

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPA - SEPA Mandate: Messages

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Country &1 is not a SEPA country

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPA190 - Country &1 is not a SEPA country ?

  The SAP error message SEPA190 indicates that the country code specified in your configuration or transaction is not recognized as a SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) country. This error typically arises when dealing with payment processing or bank data in SAP systems that are configured to handle SEPA transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Country Code: The country code entered does not correspond to a valid SEPA country. SEPA includes EU member states and a few additional countries.
  Configuration Issues: The country may not be properly configured in the SAP system to be recognized as a SEPA country.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the country code entered in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Country Code: Verify that the country code you are using is indeed a valid SEPA country. The list of SEPA countries includes:
  
  All EU member states
  Iceland
  Liechtenstein
  Norway
  Switzerland
  Monaco
  Andorra
  San Marino
  Vatican City
  
  
  
  Update Configuration: If the country code is valid but still results in an error, check the configuration in your SAP system:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (for payment methods) or OBPM2 (for payment method in company code) and ensure that the country is correctly set up for SEPA transactions.
  Ensure that the relevant payment methods are configured to support SEPA.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification: Double-check the data entry in the relevant transaction or master data. Ensure that there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on SEPA configuration and requirements.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to SEPA processing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Overview: SEPA is an initiative of the European Union to simplify bank transfers denominated in euros. It aims to make cross-border payments as easy and efficient as domestic payments.
  SAP SEPA Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the necessary configurations in SAP for handling SEPA payments, including the setup of payment methods, bank master data, and payment formats.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to SEPA processing and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SEPA190 error and ensure that your SAP system correctly recognizes and processes transactions for SEPA countries.