How To Fix 1E350 - Account &1 is a reference account(closure) for account &2 in bank area &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 350

• Message text: Account &1 is a reference account(closure) for account &2 in bank area &3

What causes this issue?

Account &v1& is used by other accounts as a reference account.
Therefore the account could not be closed. One of the reference
accounts is &v2&
in bank area &v3&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Delete all reference links for this account and then start the account
closing run again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E350 - Account &1 is a reference account(closure) for account &2 in bank area &3 ?

  The SAP error message 1E350 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of reference accounts in the context of bank accounting. Specifically, it means that the account specified (Account &1) is a reference account (closure) for another account (Account &2) in the specified bank area (Bank Area &3). This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that is not allowed due to the relationship between these accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Reference Account Configuration: The account you are trying to use is set up as a reference account for another account. This means that it is intended to be used in a specific way, often for closure or reconciliation purposes.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting to execute may not be compatible with the reference account settings.
  Bank Area Settings: There may be specific settings or restrictions in the bank area configuration that prevent the operation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Configuration: Review the configuration of both accounts involved (Account &1 and Account &2). Ensure that the reference account is set up correctly and that it is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Review Transaction: Ensure that the transaction you are attempting to execute is valid for the accounts involved. If you are trying to post a transaction that is not allowed for a reference account, you may need to use a different account.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding the use of reference accounts in bank accounting. This may provide insights into how to properly configure or use these accounts.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help troubleshoot the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bank Accounting Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the bank accounting module in SAP, particularly how reference accounts are set up and used.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBYA (for account determination) or OBB2 (for bank area settings) to review and adjust configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.