87216 - Bank acc.number for paym.docum. & in & is not allowed in this DME format.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 87 - Localization Croatia: Messages

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Bank acc.number for paym.docum. & in & is not allowed in this DME format.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 87216 - Bank acc.number for paym.docum. & in & is not allowed in this DME format. ?

  The SAP error message 87216, which states "Bank acc.number for paym.docum. & in & is not allowed in this DME format," typically occurs when there is an issue with the bank account number format in the Data Medium Exchange (DME) file being generated for payment processing. This error is often related to the configuration of the DME format or the specific bank account details being used.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Bank Account Format: The bank account number may not conform to the expected format defined in the DME configuration for the specific payment method or country.
  DME Configuration Issues: The DME format settings in SAP may not be correctly configured to handle the bank account number being used.
  Payment Method Settings: The payment method settings may not be aligned with the bank account details, leading to incompatibility.
  Missing or Incorrect Bank Master Data: The bank master data for the vendor or customer may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to issues when generating the DME file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Bank Account Format:
  
  Verify that the bank account number being used adheres to the required format for the DME format you are using. This may involve checking the length, character types, and any specific formatting rules.
  
  
  
  Review DME Configuration:
  
  Go to the DME configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 for payment medium formats) and ensure that the format settings are correctly defined for the payment method and country you are using.
  Ensure that the DME format you are using supports the bank account number format.
  
  
  
  Validate Payment Method Settings:
  
  Check the payment method settings in the configuration (Transaction code: OBBP) to ensure that they are correctly set up for the bank account type you are using.
  
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Review the bank master data for the vendor or customer involved in the payment. Ensure that the bank account number is correctly entered and that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Accounts:
  
  If possible, test the DME generation with different bank accounts to see if the issue is isolated to a specific account or if it is a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the DME format requirements for your country and payment method.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBPM1: Payment Medium Formats
  OBBP: Payment Methods in Country
  OBVCU: Configuration for DME
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide updates related to DME formats and bank account handling.
  Testing: After making changes, always test the DME generation process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 87216 in SAP.