How To Fix FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG018 - Field: Type of Bank in Bank Chain for Bank Number: '&1' canÆt be empty.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Field: Type of Bank in Bank Chain for Bank Number: '&1' canÆt be empty.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG018 - Field: Type of Bank in Bank Chain for Bank Number: '&1' canÆt be empty. ?

  The SAP error message FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG018 indicates that the "Type of Bank" field in the Bank Chain configuration for a specific bank number cannot be empty. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a bank chain entry in the SAP system, and the required field for the type of bank has not been filled in.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The "Type of Bank" field is mandatory, and if it is left blank, the system will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be an issue with the configuration of the bank chain in the system, where the necessary data has not been set up correctly.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped this field while entering data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Chain Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code FBZP for payment program configuration).
  Locate the bank chain configuration for the specified bank number.
  Ensure that the "Type of Bank" field is filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Enter Required Information:
  
  If the field is empty, enter the appropriate value for the "Type of Bank". This could be a specific bank type defined in your system (e.g., domestic, foreign, etc.).
  Save the changes and try to execute the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to bank chain configuration to understand the required fields and their meanings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to bank chain configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and entering the required data, 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 FBZP (Payment Program Configuration) and FI12 (Bank Master Data) for managing bank-related configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to bank chain configuration and error messages for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on bank chain settings and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully configure the bank chain in your SAP system.