How To Fix AR009 - Hyphen in the bank account number must be at position &

AR009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AR - SSRV function module messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Hyphen in the bank account number must be at position &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AR009 - Hyphen in the bank account number must be at position & ?

  The SAP error message AR009 indicates that there is a formatting issue with a bank account number, specifically that a hyphen ("-") must be located at a specific position within the account number. This error typically arises when the bank account number does not conform to the expected format defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Format: The bank account number entered does not have the hyphen in the required position as defined by the system's configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The format for bank account numbers may be defined in the system settings, and the entered account number does not match this format.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the bank account number without adhering to the required format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Format: Verify the required format for the bank account number in your SAP system. This can usually be found in the configuration settings or documentation provided by your organization.
  Correct the Input: Ensure that