How To Fix /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA009 - Invalid combination of bank key &1 and SWIFT code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Invalid combination of bank key &1 and SWIFT code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA009 - Invalid combination of bank key &1 and SWIFT code &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA009 Invalid combination of bank key &1 and SWIFT code &2 typically occurs in the context of managing bank data within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with payment processing or vendor master data. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency or mismatch between the bank key and the SWIFT code provided in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Bank Key or SWIFT Code: The bank key (a unique identifier for a bank) and the SWIFT code (an international standard for identifying banks) do not match in the system. This could be due to manual entry errors or outdated information.
  Missing Data: Either the bank key or the SWIFT code may not be maintained in the system for the specific bank.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the bank master data settings in SAP.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the mapping of bank keys and SWIFT codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Bank Key and SWIFT Code: Check the bank key and SWIFT code in the SAP system to ensure they are correct and correspond to the same bank. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., FI01 for creating a bank master record).
  Checking the entries for the bank key and SWIFT code.
  
  
  
  Update Bank Master Data: If you find discrepancies, update the bank master data to ensure that the bank key and SWIFT code are correctly linked.
  
  Use transaction FI02 to change the bank master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Bank Directory: If you are unsure about the correct SWIFT code or bank key, consult a reliable bank directory or the bank itself to obtain the correct information.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for bank data in your SAP system are correctly set up. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: If the issue persists, consider running a data consistency check or using transaction SE16 to look at the relevant database tables for inconsistencies.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI01, FI02, FI03 (for bank master data), and SE16 (for table viewing).
  Bank Master Data Tables: Understand the relevant tables, such as BNKA (Bank Master Data) and BNK0 (Bank Key Data), to investigate the underlying data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on bank data management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SRMSMC/BANK_DATA009.