How To Fix FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG019 - Type of Bank in Bank Chain '&1' is invalid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Type of Bank in Bank Chain '&1' is invalid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG019 - Type of Bank in Bank Chain '&1' is invalid. ?

  The SAP error message FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG019 indicates that there is an issue with the type of bank specified in a bank chain configuration. This error typically arises when the system encounters a bank type that is not recognized or is incorrectly configured in the bank chain.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Bank Type: The bank type specified in the bank chain does not exist in the system or is not correctly defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the bank chain settings or the bank master data.
  Data Entry Errors: Typographical errors or incorrect entries when defining the bank chain can lead to this error.
  Missing Bank Type: The bank type may not have been created or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for bank types in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 or similar).
  Verify that the bank type specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Bank Chain Settings:
  
  Navigate to the bank chain configuration (Transaction code: OBPM2 or similar).
  Ensure that the bank chain is set up correctly and that all bank types included in the chain are valid.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the entries made for the bank chain and ensure there are no typographical errors.
  If necessary, re-enter the bank type to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the bank master data is complete and that the bank type is properly defined in the master data (Transaction code: FI01 for creating a bank master record).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on bank chain configuration and valid bank types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bank Chain: A bank chain in SAP is a sequence of banks that are used for payment processing. Each bank in the chain can have different types, such as main bank, alternative bank, etc.
  Bank Type: This refers to the classification of banks in the SAP system, which can include various attributes and settings that define how the bank operates within the system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for bank configuration, such as OBPM1, OBPM2, FI01, and others related to bank management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message FAP_BANK_CHAIN_MSG019.