How To Fix 1E163 - Only select one bank statement recipient for the original statement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Only select one bank statement recipient for the original statement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E163 - Only select one bank statement recipient for the original statement ?

  The SAP error message 1E163 ("Only select one bank statement recipient for the original statement") typically occurs in the context of processing bank statements in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the import of electronic bank statements.
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to process a bank statement that has multiple recipients defined, but the system expects only one recipient for the original statement. This can happen if:
  
  The bank statement is configured to be sent to multiple accounts or recipients.
  There is a mismatch in the configuration of the bank statement processing settings.
  The bank statement file being imported contains multiple entries that are not properly aligned with the expected single recipient.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Statement Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for bank statement processing in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 or similar).
  Ensure that the bank statement is set up to have only one recipient for the original statement.
  
  
  
  Review the Bank Statement File:
  
  If you are importing a file, check the contents of the bank statement file to ensure that it is formatted correctly and does not contain multiple recipients for the same statement.
  If necessary, modify the file to ensure it aligns with the expected format.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Import Process:
  
  When importing the bank statement, ensure that you are selecting the correct recipient and that no additional recipients are inadvertently selected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to bank statement processing for any specific guidelines or requirements that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FF67 (for manual bank statement processing) and OBPM1 (for bank statement configuration).
  Bank Statement Formats: Understand the different formats of bank statements (e.g., MT940, BAI) and how they are processed in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to bank statement processing that may address known issues or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the bank statement in SAP.