How To Fix 1M036 - Account no. &1, bank area &2 not active or blocked for balancing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1M - BKK: Abschluß

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Account no. &1, bank area &2 not active or blocked for balancing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1M036 - Account no. &1, bank area &2 not active or blocked for balancing ?

  The SAP error message 1M036 indicates that a specific account number in a particular bank area is either not active or is blocked for balancing. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank accounts in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Account: The account number specified in the error message is not active in the system. This could be due to the account being deactivated or not set up correctly.
  Blocked Account: The account may be blocked for certain transactions, which can happen if there are issues with the account or if it has been manually blocked by a user or administrator.
  Bank Area Issues: The bank area specified may not be configured correctly, or the account may not be assigned to the correct bank area.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings related to the account or bank area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Status:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code FS00 for G/L accounts) and verify if the account number is active.
  If the account is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Block Status:
  
  Check if the account is blocked for transactions. If it is, you will need to unblock it or resolve any issues that led to the blocking.
  
  
  
  Verify Bank Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the bank area is correctly configured and that the account is assigned to the correct bank area.
  You can check this in the configuration settings for bank accounts (transaction code OBB2).
  
  
  
  Consult with Financial Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the account or the implications of unblocking it, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any of these could be affecting the account status.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master), OBB2 (Bank Account Configuration), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) for further investigation.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify account settings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial accounting and bank account management for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.