How To Fix 1M231 - Bank area &1, acct &2: Incorrect opening balance in the bank statements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1M - BKK: Abschluß

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Bank area &1, acct &2: Incorrect opening balance in the bank statements

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1M231 - Bank area &1, acct &2: Incorrect opening balance in the bank statements ?

  The SAP error message 1M231 indicates that there is an issue with the opening balance in the bank statements for a specific bank area and account. This error typically arises during the reconciliation process when the opening balance in the bank statement does not match the expected balance in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Opening Balance: The opening balance in the bank statement does not match the balance in the SAP system for the specified bank account.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the bank account configuration or in the bank statement processing.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when entering bank statement data can lead to discrepancies.
  Missing Transactions: Transactions that should have been posted in the SAP system may be missing, leading to an incorrect balance.
  Timing Issues: Transactions that have not yet been cleared or posted may cause discrepancies in the opening balance.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Opening Balance: Check the opening balance in the bank statement and compare it with the balance in the SAP system. Ensure that they match.
  Reconcile Transactions: Review the transactions posted in the SAP system for the bank account and ensure that all transactions from the bank statement are accounted for.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the bank account in SAP. Ensure that the bank area and account settings are correct.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are manual entries, verify and correct any data entry errors in the bank statement processing.
  Post Missing Transactions: If there are transactions that have not been posted, ensure they are entered into the system to reflect the correct balance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on bank statement processing and reconciliation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FF67 (Manual Bank Statement) or FEBAN (Post Processed Bank Statements) to review and manage bank statements.
  Bank Account Configuration: Check the configuration in OBYA (Define House Banks) and OBPM1 (Define Bank Accounts) to ensure that the bank account settings are correct.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to bank statement processing and error messages.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit bank statement data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 1M231 in SAP.