How To Fix BKK_CLS015 - Bank area &2, Acct &1: Is a root acct; closure process terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_CLS - BCA: Account Closure

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Bank area &2, Acct &1: Is a root acct; closure process terminated

What causes this issue?

You want to close account &V1& belonging to bank area &V2&. However, the
system does not allow you to close an account that is a root account in
an account hierarchy.

System Response

The system terminates the account closure process for the account.

How to fix this error?

Delete the account from the account hierarchy.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_CLS015 - Bank area &2, Acct &1: Is a root acct; closure process terminated ?

  The SAP error message BKK_CLS015 indicates that you are trying to close a bank account that is a root account in the system. A root account is typically a primary account that cannot be closed until certain conditions are met, as it may have dependencies or linked accounts.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to close a bank account that is designated as a root account in the bank area.
  The system prevents the closure of root accounts to maintain data integrity and ensure that all related transactions and accounts are properly managed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Hierarchy: Verify if the account you are trying to close is indeed a root account. You can do this by checking the account hierarchy in the bank area.
  
  
  Identify Linked Accounts: Determine if there are any sub-accounts or linked accounts that depend on the root account. You may need to close or manage these accounts first.
  
  
  Change Account Status: If you need to close the root account, consider changing its status to inactive instead of closing it outright. This can often be done in the account settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to bank account management for specific instructions on handling root accounts.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure about the implications of closing a root account or if you encounter further issues, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support or your internal SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bank Account Management: Familiarize yourself with the bank account management processes in SAP, including how accounts are structured and the implications of closing accounts.
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like FI12 for bank master data) to view and manage bank accounts.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to bank accounts, as restrictions may apply based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and manage the bank account appropriately.