How To Fix BKK_CLS053 - Define the account closure balancing date for bank area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_CLS - BCA: Account Closure

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Define the account closure balancing date for bank area &1

What causes this issue?

You want to close an account belonging to bank area &V1&. However, the
system does not allow you to close an account until you define whether
the system is to use the planned closure date or actual closure date for
balancing an account being closed.

System Response

The system does not allow you to proceed with the account closure
process.

How to fix this error?

Define the date to be used for balancing in the Implementation Guide
(IMG) activity <DS:SIMG.BA_CA_MD_CLS_BAL>Define Balancing Date for
Account Closure</>.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_CLS053 - Define the account closure balancing date for bank area &1 ?

  The SAP error message BKK_CLS053 indicates that the system requires a defined account closure balancing date for a specific bank area. This error typically arises in the context of bank accounting and reconciliation processes within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to perform an operation related to account closure (such as closing a bank account or performing a reconciliation) but cannot find a defined balancing date for the specified bank area. This balancing date is essential for ensuring that all transactions are accounted for correctly before closing the account.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the account closure balancing date for the specified bank area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Bank Accounting -> Master Data -> Bank Area -> Define Account Closure Balancing Date.
  
  
  
  Define the Balancing Date:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will see a list of bank areas.
  Select the relevant bank area (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Enter the required account closure balancing date. This date should be set to a date that reflects the last day of the accounting period for which you want to close the account.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After entering the balancing date, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation:
  
  Once the balancing date is defined, retry the operation that triggered the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bank Area: A bank area in SAP is a specific organizational unit that represents a bank or a group of banks. Each bank area can have its own settings and configurations.
  Account Closure Process: The account closure process in SAP involves ensuring that all transactions for a specific period are accounted for and that the account can be closed without any discrepancies.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OB52 (to maintain posting periods) or FI12 (to manage bank master data) to assist in related configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to check for additional configurations or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.