How To Fix BKK_CLS160 - Bank area &1 Acct &2: activated without reference accnt for balancing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_CLS - BCA: Account Closure

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Bank area &1 Acct &2: activated without reference accnt for balancing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_CLS160 - Bank area &1 Acct &2: activated without reference accnt for balancing ?

  The SAP error message BKK_CLS160 indicates that a bank area and account combination has been activated without a reference account for balancing. This typically occurs in the context of bank accounting and can lead to issues with financial reporting and reconciliation.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A bank area and account are set up in the system, but the necessary reference account for balancing transactions is not defined.
  The system requires a reference account to ensure that all transactions can be properly balanced and accounted for.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a reference account is defined for the bank area and account combination. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Bank Accounting Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Bank Accounting -> Master Data -> Bank Accounts -> Create/Change.
  
  
  
  Check the Bank Account Settings:
  
  Enter the bank area and account number that is causing the error.
  Check the settings for the bank account to see if a reference account is specified.
  
  
  
  Define a Reference Account:
  
  If a reference account is not defined, you will need to specify one. This is typically a general ledger account that will be used for balancing purposes.
  Ensure that the reference account is valid and properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the bank account functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Bank Accounting for detailed information on configuring bank accounts and reference accounts.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes such as FI12 (for changing bank master data) or OBB2 (for defining G/L accounts) to assist in your configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that a reference account is properly set up, you should be able to resolve the BKK_CLS160 error and maintain proper accounting practices within your SAP system.