How To Fix FAR_MAN_BS_MSG007 - You cannot copy a draft bank statement. Save the statement first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_MAN_BS_MSG -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: You cannot copy a draft bank statement. Save the statement first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_MAN_BS_MSG007 - You cannot copy a draft bank statement. Save the statement first. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_MAN_BS_MSG007 indicates that you are trying to copy a draft bank statement without first saving it. This error typically occurs in the context of the Financial Accounting (FI) module, specifically when dealing with bank statements in the Bank Accounting (FI-BL) component.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system requires that a draft bank statement be saved before any operations such as copying can be performed. Drafts are temporary and need to be finalized (saved) to ensure that the data is consistent and can be referenced or manipulated further.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save the Draft Bank Statement: 
  
  Before attempting to copy the bank statement, ensure that you save the current draft. Look for a "Save" button or option in the interface you are using.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors: 
  
  After saving, ensure that there are no validation errors or issues with the draft bank statement that might prevent it from being saved successfully.
  
  
  
  Copy the Saved Statement: 
  
  Once the draft is saved, you can proceed to copy the bank statement as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing bank statements, such as:
  
  FF67: For manual bank statement entry.
  FF68: For processing bank statements.
  
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to save and copy bank statements in your SAP environment.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling bank statements, as there may be specific procedures or configurations in place.
  
  
  Error Logs: If the problem persists even after saving, check the system logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully copy the bank statement after saving it.