How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT003 - Cannot delete bank account &1. Only inactive accounts can be deleted.

FCLM_BAM_MAINT003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Cannot delete bank account &1. Only inactive accounts can be deleted.

What causes this issue?

You are trying to delete a bank account that has been activated.

System Response

For auditing purposes, you can delete only inactive bank accounts and
drafts. Deleting a bank account that has been activated is not
supported.

How to fix this error?

You can close the bank account if it is no longer in use.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT003 - Cannot delete bank account &1. Only inactive accounts can be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT003 indicates that you are trying to delete a bank account that is currently active. In SAP, only inactive bank accounts can be deleted. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  The bank account you are attempting to delete is still marked as active in the system. SAP restricts the deletion of active accounts to maintain data integrity and ensure that all transactions related to the account are properly accounted for.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Status: First, verify the status of the bank account you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP where bank accounts are managed (e.g., transaction code FI12 for bank master data).
  
  
  Deactivate the Account:
  
  If the account is active, you need to deactivate it first. This can typically be done by changing the status of the bank account to "inactive."
  In the bank account