How To Fix 1I053 - When you enter the account number, please enter only one bank area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 053

• Message text: When you enter the account number, please enter only one bank area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I053 - When you enter the account number, please enter only one bank area ?

  The SAP error message 1I053 typically occurs when you are trying to enter a bank account number in a transaction, but the system detects that there are multiple bank areas associated with that account number. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in Financial Accounting (FI) or Bank Accounting.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the account number you are trying to enter is linked to more than one bank area in the system. A bank area in SAP is a specific organizational unit that represents a bank or a group of banks. When entering an account number, SAP expects that the account is unique to a single bank area, and if it finds multiple associations, it raises this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI12 (for Bank Master Data) or FI13 (for Display Bank Master Data).
  Enter the account number and check the associated bank areas. Ensure that the account number is only linked to one bank area.
  
  
  
  Modify Bank Account Data:
  
  If the account number is indeed linked to multiple bank areas and it should not be, you may need to modify the bank account data. This can involve:
  
  Deleting the incorrect bank area association.
  Creating a new bank account for the additional bank area if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for managing bank master data in your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check any internal documentation or guidelines regarding bank account management in your SAP system to ensure compliance with your organization’s policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to enter the account number again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI12, FI13, and OB52 (for managing financial periods) as they may be useful in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to bank account management that might address this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and authorizations to view and modify bank account data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 1I053 and successfully enter the account number in the desired bank area.