How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL144 - Bank/Branch & does not exist in Bank master record (BNKA)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Bank/Branch & does not exist in Bank master record (BNKA)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL144 - Bank/Branch & does not exist in Bank master record (BNKA) ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL144 Bank/Branch & does not exist in Bank master record (BNKA) typically indicates that the system is unable to find the specified bank and branch combination in the bank master data (table BNKA). This can occur in various scenarios, such as when processing payments, creating bank accounts, or during financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank/Branch Data: The specified bank and branch combination has not been created in the bank master record.
  Incorrect Bank/Branch Code: The bank or branch code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Deletion: The bank or branch record may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to bank master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) in SAP.
  Verify if the bank and branch code you are trying to use exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, create a new bank master record with the correct details.
  
  
  
  Verify Input Data:
  
  Double-check the bank and branch codes entered in the transaction to ensure they are correct.
  Ensure that there are no leading or trailing spaces in the input fields.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  If the bank/branch was previously available, check if it has been deleted or marked as inactive.
  You can use transaction code FI03 (Display Bank) to view the status of the bank record.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the bank master data settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the bank master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bank Master Data Table: The relevant table for bank master records in SAP is BNKA.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FI01: Create Bank
  FI02: Change Bank
  FI03: Display Bank
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing bank master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the bank and branch information is correctly set up in your SAP system.