How To Fix 1G161 - Account &2 (bank area &1): Reference limit not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Account &2 (bank area &1): Reference limit not found

What causes this issue?

The account balancing could not be executed as at least one reference
limit could not be found.

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?

Create the reference limit or delete the reference limt from the
overdraft condition.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G161 - Account &2 (bank area &1): Reference limit not found ?

  The SAP error message 1G161 indicates that there is an issue with the reference limit for a specific account in a given bank area. This error typically arises in the context of bank accounting and financial transactions, particularly when dealing with limits set for accounts.
  Cause:
  The error message "Account &2 (bank area &1): Reference limit not found" usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Reference Limit Configuration: The reference limit for the specified account in the specified bank area has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Account or Bank Area: The account number or bank area specified in the transaction may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the account or bank area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the reference limit data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Reference Limit Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for bank accounting in SAP.
  Ensure that the reference limit for the specified account and bank area is correctly defined.
  If it is missing, create a new reference limit entry for the account in the relevant bank area.
  
  
  
  Verify Account and Bank Area:
  
  Double-check the account number and bank area being used in the transaction.
  Ensure that they are correctly entered and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the account and bank area to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing information.
  If necessary, update or correct the master data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the reference limit data.
  If not, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing reference limits in bank accounting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBPM1 (for managing bank accounts) or OBPM2 (for managing reference limits) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 1G161 in your SAP system.