How To Fix 1E072 - Internal account number &1 does not exist in bank area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Internal account number &1 does not exist in bank area &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E072 - Internal account number &1 does not exist in bank area &2 ?

  The SAP error message 1E072 indicates that the internal account number specified does not exist in the specified bank area. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank accounts in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Number: The internal account number provided in the transaction does not match any existing account in the specified bank area.
  Bank Area Mismatch: The bank area specified may not be correctly associated with the internal account number.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrectly configured bank accounts.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified bank area or account.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Account Number: Check the internal account number entered in the transaction. Ensure that it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Bank Area: Confirm that the bank area specified in the transaction is correct and that the account number is valid for that bank area.
  Review Master Data: Go to the relevant master data (e.g., bank accounts) in SAP and verify that the account number is set up correctly in the specified bank area.
  
  You can use transaction codes like FI12 (for bank master data) to check the details.
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If the account number and bank area are correct, and the issue persists, consult with your IT department or SAP support team to investigate further.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the bank area and perform the transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FI12: Display/Change Bank Master Data
  FBZP: Maintain Automatic Payment Transactions
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to bank accounting and internal account management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.