How To Fix BNK_GENERAL018 - Grouping fields &2 &3 too long (&4 > &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BNK_GENERAL - Common messages for Bank communication

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Grouping fields &2 &3 too long (&4 > &1)

What causes this issue?

The theoretical length of your chosen grouping fields is higher than
what is left for them in the sort field REGUH-SRTF3.

System Response

There is the risk that batching and agent determination rules do not
work as expected.

How to fix this error?

If possible, choose shorter fields or make sure that your field values
do not use the full theoretical lenght. If you have two grouping fields
and only one of them is used for agent determination: Choose this one as
1st grouping field. In general, the shorter field should be made 1st.

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 BNK_GENERAL018 - Grouping fields &2 &3 too long (&4 > &1) ?

  The SAP error message BNK_GENERAL018 indicates that the grouping fields specified in the transaction or process are too long. This error typically occurs in the context of bank accounting or financial transactions where certain fields are expected to have a specific length, and the provided values exceed that length.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The length of the grouping fields (e.g., account numbers, transaction identifiers) exceeds the defined maximum length in the system.
  The system is trying to process data that does not conform to the expected format or length constraints.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the configuration or the data being processed to ensure that the values for the grouping fields do not exceed the maximum length defined in the system. You can refer to the relevant data dictionary or configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  Adjust Input Data: If you are manually entering data or uploading data from an external source, ensure that the values for the grouping fields are trimmed or adjusted to fit within the allowed length.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there is any custom code or enhancements that manipulate these fields, review the logic to ensure it adheres to the length restrictions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the grouping fields in question, including their expected lengths and formats.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the transaction or process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be working with specific transaction codes related to bank accounting, such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or others.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling it.
  Field Definitions: You can use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the definitions of the relevant tables and fields to understand their constraints better.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.