FF01: Invalid operation or wrong format
SEPA return code FF01 — belongs to the FF group (formato).
TL;DR
- Meaning: Invalid operation or wrong format.
- Category: Formato.
- Common cause: the xml file fails xsd validation or a field is structurally wrong.
- How to fix it: validate the file with our sepa xml validator before uploading.
- Bank fee? Typically yes (depends on your bank contract).
When it appears
The XML file fails XSD validation or a field is structurally wrong.
How to fix it
Validate the file with our SEPA XML Validator before uploading.
XML example
This code lives inside the <RsnInf> block of the return message (pain.002 or camt.054):
<Rtr>
<RsnInf>
<Rsn>
<Cd>FF01</Cd>
</Rsn>
<AddtlInf>Return because of invalid operation or wrong format</AddtlInf>
</RsnInf>
</Rtr>
Prevention
Before sending the batch to your bank, validate it with our SEPA XML Validator. Catch the errors your ERP misses and reduce FF-type returns.
Conclusion
FF01 is a formato type return. Follow the steps above to fix and re-issue.
