How To Fix COPC_BANK_BAL019 - Change is not allowed for bank receipt of &1, bank balance is reconciled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COPC_BANK_BAL - COPC_BANK_BAL

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Change is not allowed for bank receipt of &1, bank balance is reconciled

What causes this issue?

Bank receipts are reconciled with begin balance and end balance of this
day. Therefore system forbidden any change to bank receipt includes: new
creation, amount change for existing bank receipt and deletion of bank
receipt.

System Response

System does not allow this change

How to fix this error?

Delete the end day bank balance and try again

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COPC_BANK_BAL019 - Change is not allowed for bank receipt of &1, bank balance is reconciled ?

  The SAP error message COPC_BANK_BAL019 indicates that a change is not allowed for a bank receipt because the bank balance has already been reconciled. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and bank reconciliation processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to modify a bank receipt that has already been reconciled. In SAP, once a bank balance is reconciled, it is locked for changes to maintain the integrity of financial data. This is a safeguard to prevent discrepancies in financial reporting and reconciliation processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Reconciliation Status: Verify if the bank receipt you are trying to change is indeed reconciled. You can do this by checking the reconciliation reports or the status of the bank receipt in the system.
  
  
  Unreconcile the Bank Receipt: If you need to make changes to the bank receipt, you may need to first unreconcile it. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the bank reconciliation module.
  Finding the specific reconciliation entry.
  Unreconciling the entry, if your user permissions allow it.
  
  
  
  Make Necessary Changes: Once the bank receipt is unreconciled, you can proceed to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  Reconcile Again: After making the changes, you will need to reconcile the bank receipt again to ensure that the bank balance is accurate.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you do not have the necessary permissions to unreconcile or if you are unsure about the implications of making changes, consult with your finance or accounting team. They can provide guidance and ensure that any changes made are compliant with internal controls and accounting standards.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to perform reconciliation and changes to bank receipts.
  Audit Trail: Be aware that changes to reconciled transactions may need to be documented for audit purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on bank reconciliation processes within SAP to better understand the workflow and restrictions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with your financial processes in SAP.