How To Fix FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG011 - Field Account Number at Recipient Bank canÆt be empty.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Field Account Number at Recipient Bank canÆt be empty.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG011 - Field Account Number at Recipient Bank canÆt be empty. ?

  The SAP error message FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG011 indicates that the field for the account number at the recipient bank is empty. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as payments or bank transfers, where the system requires a valid account number for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The account number field for the recipient bank has not been filled in. This could be due to user error or a missing configuration in the master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the bank details in the vendor or customer master data may not be set up correctly.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being imported or transferred from another system, the account number may not have been included in the data set.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the vendor or customer master data where the recipient bank details are stored.
  Ensure that the account number for the recipient bank is filled in correctly.
  If the recipient is a vendor, check the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or FK03).
  If the recipient is a customer, check the customer master data (transaction code XD03 or FD03).
  
  
  
  Update the Account Number:
  
  If the account number is missing, enter the correct account number for the recipient bank.
  Save the changes and try processing the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for bank details in the SAP system. Ensure that the necessary fields are marked as mandatory if required.
  This can typically be done in the Financial Accounting (FI) module under the configuration settings for bank accounts.
  
  
  
  Data Import/Transfer:
  
  If the error occurred during a data import or transfer, review the data file to ensure that the account number is included and correctly formatted.
  Re-import the data after making the necessary corrections.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as XK03 (Display Vendor), XD03 (Display Customer), and FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization to view and edit bank details in the master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG011 and successfully process your financial transactions.