How To Fix 3W522 - Invalid account number. Number outside valid number ranges. See details

3W522 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Invalid account number. Number outside valid number ranges. See details

System Response
The system recognizes the account number has a valid length, but the
number falls outside the possible number range.
What To Do
Check account details entered are correct.
If they are correct, contact the system administrator to maintain bank
details.
Procedure for System Administrator
Maintain entries in the Account Type Recognition Table (T5W5B). This
table was created according to specifications from Automated Clearing
Bureau.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3W522 - Invalid account number. Number outside valid number ranges. See details ?

  The SAP error message 3W522 indicates that an invalid account number has been entered, specifically that the number is outside the valid range defined in the system. This error typically occurs in financial transactions or when trying to post to a general ledger account.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Account Number: The account number entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the transaction being processed.
  Account Range Configuration: The account number may fall outside the defined range of valid account numbers in the chart of accounts.
  Account Type Restrictions: The account may not be valid for the type of transaction being attempted (e.g., trying to post to a revenue account when only expense accounts are allowed).
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the account number.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Account Number: Check the account number you are trying to use. Ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Valid Ranges: