How To Fix BNK_GENERAL281 - The FI-BNK can process documents with amount of 13 digits at maximum.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BNK_GENERAL - Common messages for Bank communication

• Message number: 281

• Message text: The FI-BNK can process documents with amount of 13 digits at maximum.

What causes this issue?

The Bank Communication Management module can process only documents with
maximum amount of 13 digits including 2 decimals.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

For details please see note 2602659.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BNK_GENERAL281 - The FI-BNK can process documents with amount of 13 digits at maximum. ?

  The SAP error message BNK_GENERAL281 indicates that the Financial Accounting (FI) Bank module can only process documents with amounts that have a maximum of 13 digits. This limitation is typically related to the way monetary values are stored and processed in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a transaction or document is being processed with an amount that exceeds the 13-digit limit. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Large financial transactions that exceed the maximum allowable amount.
  Incorrect data entry where an amount is mistakenly entered with too many digits.
  Data imported from external systems that do not conform to SAP's limitations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Amount: Review the transaction or document that triggered the error. Ensure that the amount does not exceed 13 digits. The maximum amount that can be processed is typically 99,999,999,999.99 (or similar, depending on the currency).
  
  
  Adjust the Amount: If the amount is indeed too large, consider breaking it down into smaller transactions if possible. This may involve splitting the payment or adjusting the invoice.
  
  
  Data Entry Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent amounts exceeding the limit from being entered in the first place.
  
  
  Review External Data Sources: If the data is being imported from an external system, ensure that the data is being formatted correctly before it is sent to SAP. You may need to adjust the data extraction or transformation processes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may affect the processing of large amounts.
  
  
  System Configuration: In some cases, it may be necessary to review the system configuration or consult with SAP support to see if there are any options for increasing the limit, although this is generally not recommended due to potential impacts on system performance and integrity.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently releases updates that may address specific issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to bank processing and financial transactions, such as FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry) or F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments).
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in financial transactions are trained on the limitations and best practices for entering amounts in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BNK_GENERAL281 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.