How To Fix WEBFI_MASTER002 - Specify the country key of the bank

WEBFI_MASTER002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBFI_MASTER - Web Financials: Business Partner Master Data

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Specify the country key of the bank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WEBFI_MASTER002 - Specify the country key of the bank ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WEBFI_MASTER002 Specify the country key of the bank
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the country key (country code) for a bank is missing or not specified in the bank master data or during bank-related data entry in SAP. The system requires the country key to correctly identify the bank's location for processing financial transactions, validations, or integrations.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The country key is a mandatory field when maintaining bank master data or entering bank details in various SAP modules (e.g., FI, TR, or Payment modules).
  Without the country key, SAP cannot validate or process the bank information properly.
  This error typically appears during:
  Bank master data creation or change (transaction FI01, FI02)
  Vendor/customer bank details maintenance
  Payment run or bank reconciliation processes
  Integration with external banking systems or payment formats
  
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify the Country Key:
  
  Go to the bank master data maintenance transaction (e.g., FI01 or FI02).
  Enter or update the bank details.
  Ensure the Country Key field is filled with the correct ISO