How To Fix BNK_GENERAL021 - No Incoming Status Message for the batch &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BNK_GENERAL - Common messages for Bank communication

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No Incoming Status Message for the batch &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BNK_GENERAL021 - No Incoming Status Message for the batch &1 ?

  The SAP error message BNK_GENERAL021 indicates that there is no incoming status message for the specified batch. This error typically occurs in the context of bank statement processing or electronic bank communication, where the system expects a status message for a batch of transactions but does not find one.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Status Message: The most common cause is that the expected status message for the batch has not been received or processed.
  Incorrect Batch Number: The batch number specified in the error message may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Processing Errors: There may have been an error during the processing of the bank statement or the status message, leading to the absence of the expected message.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the bank communication settings or in the processing of incoming messages.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Incoming Messages: Verify if the status message for the specified batch has been received. You can check the relevant transaction codes (e.g., FF_5 for bank statement processing) to see if the message is present.
  Reprocess the Batch: If the status message was not processed correctly, you may need to reprocess the batch or manually enter the status message if applicable.
  Verify Batch Number: Ensure that the batch number referenced in the error message is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for bank communication in SAP. Ensure that the settings for incoming messages and status updates are correctly configured.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context on why the status message is missing.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FF_5: For processing bank statements.
  FF_6: For processing incoming payment advice.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to BNK_GENERAL021 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on bank statement processing and electronic bank communication for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.