How To Fix 1E191 - Reference account does not exist in own bank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Reference account does not exist in own bank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E191 - Reference account does not exist in own bank ?

  The SAP error message 1E191 ("Reference account does not exist in own bank") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank accounts in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a reference account that is supposed to be linked to the bank account being used in the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Account: The reference account that is supposed to be associated with the bank account does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The bank account may not be properly configured in the system, or the reference account may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the bank account or reference account number being used in the transaction.
  Inactive or Deleted Accounts: The reference account may have been marked as inactive or deleted in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Account Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the bank account configuration in SAP (Transaction code: FI12 or FI13).
  Verify that the bank account is correctly set up and that the reference account is specified.
  
  
  
  Verify Reference Account:
  
  Ensure that the reference account exists in the system. You can check this by using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., FS00 for G/L accounts).
  If the reference account does not exist, create it or correct the account number.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Double-check the transaction data for any typographical errors in the bank account or reference account numbers.
  Ensure that the correct account is being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Account Status:
  
  Make sure that the reference account is active and not marked for deletion. You can check the status in the G/L account master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides for your specific SAP implementation to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master), FI12 (Bank Master Data), and FB50 (General Ledger Document Entry).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 1E191 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify bank account and reference account data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 1E191 in your SAP system.