How To Fix /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA006 - Enter IBAN or bank account number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Enter IBAN or bank account number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA006 - Enter IBAN or bank account number ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA006 indicating "Enter IBAN or bank account number" typically occurs in the context of managing bank details in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with supplier or customer master data. This error suggests that the system requires either an International Bank Account Number (IBAN) or a standard bank account number to proceed with a transaction or process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the required bank account information (IBAN or bank account number) has not been entered in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper entry or validation of bank details.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have overlooked entering the necessary bank details or may have entered them incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Information:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or master data record (e.g., vendor or customer master).
  Ensure that either the IBAN or the bank account number is filled in the appropriate fields.
  Save the changes and try the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to bank data in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the fields for IBAN and bank account number are correctly configured and that there are no validation rules that are overly restrictive.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the entered IBAN or bank account number adheres to the required format and length. Different countries have different formats for IBANs.
  Use the SAP validation tools to check if the entered data is valid.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is frequently encountered, consider providing training to users on how to correctly enter bank details in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on managing bank data, including the required formats for IBAN and bank account numbers.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the necessary bank details are correctly entered and configured, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your transactions in SAP.