How To Fix 1P856 - Bank &1 &2 in Table BNKA has a deletion flag

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1P - BCA: Payment Transactions

• Message number: 856

• Message text: Bank &1 &2 in Table BNKA has a deletion flag

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1P856 - Bank &1 &2 in Table BNKA has a deletion flag ?

  The SAP error message "1P856 Bank &1 &2 in Table BNKA has a deletion flag" indicates that there is an issue with a bank master record in the BNKA table, which is used to store bank details in SAP. The error specifically points out that the bank record you are trying to access or use has been marked for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The bank record has been flagged for deletion, which means it is no longer considered valid for transactions. This could happen if the bank details were intentionally marked for deletion by a user or through a data migration process.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as trying to reference a bank that has been deleted or is inactive.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle bank records, leading to errors when trying to access them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Bank Record:
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to access the BNKA table.
  Search for the bank using the bank key and country code to see if it has a deletion flag set.
  If the record is flagged for deletion, you will need to either remove the deletion flag (if appropriate) or create a new bank record.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion flag from the bank record. This is typically done in the bank master data maintenance transaction (FI01 for creating, FI02 for changing).
  Ensure that the bank record is valid and that it should not be deleted before making changes.
  
  
  
  Create a New Bank Record:
  
  If the bank record is indeed no longer valid and should not be restored, you may need to create a new bank record using transaction FI01.
  Ensure that all necessary details are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of removing the deletion flag or creating a new record, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FI01: Create Bank Master Record
  FI02: Change Bank Master Record
  FI03: Display Bank Master Record
  SE16/SE16N: Data Browser for table access
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing bank master records and understanding the implications of deletion flags.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to bank master data, as this is often restricted to certain user roles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your bank records are correctly maintained in the SAP system.