How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL146 - Missing check-parameter record for the bank & in table &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Missing check-parameter record for the bank & in table &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL146 - Missing check-parameter record for the bank & in table &. ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL146 Missing check-parameter record for the bank & in table &. typically indicates that there is a missing configuration or parameter record related to check processing for a specific bank in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of the Automatic Payment Transactions (APT) or when dealing with bank-related functionalities in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually arises when the system cannot find the necessary check parameters for a specific bank in the relevant configuration tables. This could be due to:
  
  The bank not being properly configured in the system.
  The check parameters for the bank not being maintained.
  The bank details being incorrect or incomplete.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that store check parameters.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it might not have included all necessary entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (or FBZP for payment program configuration) to check the configuration for the bank in question.
  Ensure that the bank is correctly set up and that all necessary parameters are maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Check Parameters:
  
  Use transaction code OBPM2 to maintain the check parameters for the specific bank.
  Ensure that the check parameters (like check type, form, etc.) are correctly defined for the bank.
  
  
  
  Verify Table Entries:
  
  Check the relevant tables (like T042, T042Z, etc.) to ensure that the entries for the bank and check parameters exist.
  If entries are missing, you may need to create them manually.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to check processing and bank configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payment program to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), OBPM1, OBPM2, and OBPM3.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to bank configurations and parameters.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.