How To Fix FB697 - Bank details & / & are active more than once in bank account management

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 697

• Message text: Bank details & / & are active more than once in bank account management

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB697 - Bank details & / & are active more than once in bank account management ?

  The SAP error message FB697 indicates that there are duplicate bank details for a specific bank account in the Bank Account Management module. This typically occurs when the same bank details (such as bank account number, bank key, etc.) are entered multiple times for the same bank account, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that the same bank details have been entered more than once for the same bank account.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that duplicates were created during the migration process.
  User Error: Manual entry errors can lead to the same bank details being entered multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FB697 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Go to the Bank Account Management transaction (usually via transaction code FI12 or FI13).
  Check the bank details associated with the specific bank account that is causing the error.
  Look for any duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you can either delete the duplicates or modify them to ensure that only one set of bank details is active for that bank account.
  To delete, select the duplicate entry and use the delete function.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for bank account management do not allow for duplicate entries. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a data consistency check to ensure that there are no other inconsistencies in the bank account management data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP, as the steps may vary slightly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI12 (Change Bank Master Data) and FI13 (Display Bank Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to bank account management and error FB697.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to manage bank account details to prevent unauthorized changes or entries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.