How To Fix 3W500 - Account number invalid for the branch code and account type entered

3W500 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3W - HR: Message Class South Africa

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Account number invalid for the branch code and account type entered

System Response
The system recognizes that the bank branch code and account type to be
valid numbers. However, based on system calculations, the account
number entered is invalid for the bank branch code and account type.
What to do
Check the account number entered.
If account number is correct, enter the correct bank branch and account
type for the account number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3W500 - Account number invalid for the branch code and account type entered ?

  The SAP error message "3W500 Account number invalid for the branch code and account type entered" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank accounts in the SAP system. This error indicates that the account number you are trying to use does not match the expected format or does not exist for the specified branch code and account type.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Account Number: The account number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Invalid Branch Code: The branch code specified may not be valid or may not correspond to the account number provided.
  Account Type Mismatch: The account type (e.g., savings, checking) may not match the account number for the given branch code.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system regarding bank accounts, such as missing or incorrect master data.
  Inactive Account: The account may be inactive or closed in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Account Number: Double-check the account number