How To Fix 1E231 - Enter clearing account or CpD account for bank area &2 and currency &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Enter clearing account or CpD account for bank area &2 and currency &1

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a CpD account or clearing account for each unique
combination of bank area and currency in Customizing for <ZK>Bank
Customer Accounts </>(BCA). Hence, the system cannot process the
following payment transactions:
Incomplete payment transactions
Payment items that record transaction charges and transaction interest
on returns

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The system does not process such payment transactions.

How to fix this error?

Specify a clearing account or CpD account for the combination of bank
area &V2& and currency &V1& in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_BA-CA-V_TBKK01D.C48EF65B845C> Maintain Accounts for
Payment Transactions.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E231 - Enter clearing account or CpD account for bank area &2 and currency &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1E231 indicates that a clearing account or a CpD (Cash Pooling Debit) account is required for a specific bank area and currency. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank accounting and cash management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A transaction is being processed that requires a clearing account for a specific bank area and currency, but the system cannot find a valid account configuration.
  The configuration for the bank area in question is incomplete or missing the necessary clearing account settings.
  The currency specified in the transaction does not have an associated clearing account defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYA (or the relevant configuration path) to check the settings for the bank area.
  Ensure that a clearing account is defined for the specific bank area and currency combination.
  
  
  
  Define Clearing Accounts:
  
  If a clearing account is not defined, you will need to create one. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Bank Accounting > Bank Account > Define Bank Accounts.
  Make sure to specify the correct clearing account for the relevant bank area and currency.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currency used in the transaction is supported and has a corresponding clearing account set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to bank accounting and clearing accounts for additional guidance on proper configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBYA: Configuration for bank area settings.
  OB52: To check and adjust posting periods if necessary.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to bank account configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct clearing account to use, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 1E231 and ensure that your bank accounting processes function smoothly.