How To Fix BKK_CLS134 - Bank area &1, Acct &2: Is a reference acct for other account(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_CLS - BCA: Account Closure

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Bank area &1, Acct &2: Is a reference acct for other account(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_CLS134 - Bank area &1, Acct &2: Is a reference acct for other account(s) ?

  The SAP error message BKK_CLS134 indicates that a specific bank account (identified by the bank area and account number) is being used as a reference account for other accounts. This means that the account you are trying to close or modify cannot be processed because it is still linked to other accounts in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Reference Account: The account you are trying to close is set as a reference account for one or more other accounts. In SAP, reference accounts are often used for various financial transactions, and they cannot be deleted or closed while they are still in use.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or pending activities associated with the account that need to be resolved before the account can be closed.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the bank accounting module that prevent the closure of accounts that are linked to others.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Linked Accounts: Check which accounts are using the specified account as a reference. You can do this by reviewing the account settings in the SAP system.
  Remove Reference: If possible, change the settings of the accounts that are using the specified account as a reference. This may involve changing the reference account to another valid account.
  Clear Open Transactions: Ensure that there are no open transactions or pending activities associated with the account. Clear any outstanding items before attempting to close the account again.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific steps on how to handle reference accounts in your version of SAP.
  Use Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like FB03 for displaying documents or FBL3N for account line items) to investigate the transactions linked to the account.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to bank accounts in SAP.
  Testing in Development: If you are unsure about making changes, consider testing the process in a development or sandbox environment before applying changes in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.