How To Fix 1Q206 - Account number &1 is longer than 18 characters. No payment possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1Q - Messages In-House Banking

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Account number &1 is longer than 18 characters. No payment possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1Q206 - Account number &1 is longer than 18 characters. No payment possible ?

  The SAP error message 1Q206 indicates that the account number you are trying to use exceeds the maximum allowed length of 18 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as payments or postings, where the system expects account numbers to adhere to specific length restrictions.
  Cause:
  
  The account number you are entering is longer than the maximum allowed length of 18 characters.
  This can happen if the account number is incorrectly formatted, or if there is a data entry error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Account Number: Verify the account number you are trying to use. Ensure that it does not exceed 18 characters. If it does, you will need to shorten it or use a different account number that complies with the length restriction.
  
  
  Data Entry: If you are manually entering the account number, double-check for any accidental extra characters or spaces.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you believe the account number should be valid but is still causing issues, check with your SAP administrator or technical team to ensure that the system configuration allows for the correct account number formats.
  
  
  Use Alternative Accounts: If the account number is indeed too long and cannot be shortened, consider using an alternative account that meets the character limit.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific guidelines related to account number formats in your organization.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting or correcting the account number issue (e.g., FB60 for vendor invoices, F-53 for outgoing payments).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify account numbers in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.