How To Fix BKK_CLS025 - Bank area &2, Acct &1: Closure process terminated since fwd orders exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_CLS - BCA: Account Closure

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Bank area &2, Acct &1: Closure process terminated since fwd orders exist

What causes this issue?

You want to close account &V1& belonging to bank area &V2&. However, the
system does not allow you to close accounts that have forward orders in
which the account is an ordering party.

System Response

The system terminates the account closure process for the account.

How to fix this error?

Execute any of the following activities:
Delete the forward order
Close the account after the forward order is posted

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_CLS025 - Bank area &2, Acct &1: Closure process terminated since fwd orders exist ?

  The SAP error message BKK_CLS025 indicates that the closure process for a bank area and account cannot be completed because there are forward orders (fwd orders) that exist for that account. This is a common issue in the SAP Bank Accounting module when trying to close a bank account that still has pending transactions or orders.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Existing Forward Orders: There are forward orders (such as standing orders or scheduled payments) that have not yet been executed or cleared.
  Pending Transactions: There may be other pending transactions associated with the bank account that need to be resolved before closure can occur.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings for the bank area or account may not allow for closure while there are active orders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Forward Orders:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code F110 for payment processing) to review any existing forward orders associated with the bank account.
  Identify and either complete or delete any forward orders that are preventing the closure.
  
  
  
  Clear Pending Transactions:
  
  Review the bank account for any pending transactions that need to be processed or cleared.
  Ensure that all transactions are either executed or reversed as necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If applicable, review the configuration settings for the bank area and account to ensure that they allow for closure under the current circumstances.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant if you suspect configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing bank accounts and forward orders.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for forward orders and pending transactions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify forward orders and bank account settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it, allowing you to proceed with the closure process for the bank account.