How To Fix 1Q502 - The executing bank in route &2 is not an In-House Cash Center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 502

• Message text: The executing bank in route &2 is not an In-House Cash Center

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while creating a new route definition in Customizing.
In the definition of route &V2&, the executing bank &V3& in bank
country &V4& is not an In-House Cash Center.

System Response

The operation is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid In-House Cash Center in the <ZK>Bank country</> and
<ZK>Bank key</> fields for the executing bank in route &V2& in bank
area &V1&. Prerequisite: The corresponding bank area must have been
defined explicitly as an In-House Cash Center.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1Q502 - The executing bank in route &2 is not an In-House Cash Center ?

  The SAP error message 1Q502 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the bank routing in the In-House Cash (IHC) module. Specifically, it means that the executing bank specified in the routing is not recognized as an In-House Cash Center. This can occur in scenarios where you are trying to execute a payment or a transaction that involves the IHC functionality, but the system cannot find the appropriate configuration for the bank involved.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Bank Configuration: The bank specified in the routing is not set up as an In-House Cash Center in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The bank master data may not be correctly maintained or may be missing.
  Routing Configuration Issues: The routing configuration may not be properly set up to include the bank as an IHC center.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction being executed may not be compatible with the bank routing defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for In-House Cash and verify that the bank in question is set up as an In-House Cash Center.
  Ensure that the bank is correctly defined in the system with all necessary details.
  
  
  
  Maintain Bank Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the bank master data in SAP and ensure that the bank is correctly defined as an IHC center.
  If the bank is not listed, you may need to create a new entry for it.
  
  
  
  Review Routing Configuration:
  
  Check the routing configuration in the IHC settings to ensure that the executing bank is included in the routing paths.
  Make sure that the routing is correctly defined to allow transactions through the specified bank.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are trying to execute is compatible with the bank routing and the IHC setup.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to In-House Cash and bank routing for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  In-House Cash (IHC): This is a module in SAP that allows companies to manage their cash centrally, optimizing cash management and liquidity.
  Bank Master Data: This includes all relevant information about banks used in transactions, including their roles in the IHC setup.
  Routing Configuration: This defines how transactions are processed through different banks and cash centers in the IHC system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials and In-House Cash configurations.