How To Fix AR172 - Bank key, bank account and control key do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AR - SSRV function module messages

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Bank key, bank account and control key do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AR172 - Bank key, bank account and control key do not match ?

  The SAP error message AR172 ("Bank key, bank account and control key do not match") typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the bank key, bank account, and control key in the system. This error is often encountered during processes such as payment processing, vendor or customer master data maintenance, or when configuring bank details in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The bank key and bank account may not be correctly configured in the system. This can happen if the bank account is not linked to the correct bank key or if the control key does not correspond to the bank account.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typographical error in the bank key, bank account number, or control key when entering data.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not have the correct bank details associated with it.
  Bank Account Status: The bank account may be inactive or not properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Bank Details:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., vendor or customer master data) and check the bank details.
  Ensure that the bank key, bank account number, and control key are correctly entered and match the configuration in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OBPM1 to check the bank key configuration.
  Ensure that the bank key is correctly linked to the bank account in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  For vendors, use transaction code XK03 to display vendor master data and verify the bank details.
  For customers, use transaction code FD03 to display customer master data and check the bank details.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If there are any typographical errors, correct them and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance. They may need to check the underlying configuration or data integrity.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBPM1: Bank key configuration
  XK03: Display vendor master data
  FD03: Display customer master data
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on bank account configuration and master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AR172 error in SAP.