How To Fix 1E274 - Please enter bank account type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Please enter bank account type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E274 - Please enter bank account type ?

  The SAP error message 1E274 ("Please enter bank account type") typically occurs when a user is trying to create or modify a bank account in the SAP system, but the required field for the bank account type has not been filled in. This field is essential for the system to understand what kind of bank account is being referenced (e.g., checking, savings, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user did not enter a value in the "Bank Account Type" field when creating or editing a bank account.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the bank account types in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify bank account types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Bank Account Type: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant screen where you are creating or editing the bank account.
  Locate the "Bank Account Type" field and enter the appropriate value (e.g., "C" for checking, "S" for savings).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, ensure that the bank account types are properly configured in the system. This can usually be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Go to Financial Accounting (FI) > Bank Accounting > Bank Accounts > Define Bank Account Types and verify that the necessary types are defined.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify bank accounts. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes like FI01 (Create Bank Master Record) or FI02 (Change Bank Master Record).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling in all required fields when creating or modifying records in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 1E274 and successfully enter the bank account type.