How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT050 - You can only close an active bank account.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: You can only close an active bank account.

What causes this issue?

You are trying to close a bank account that is not active.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can only close a bank account that is acitve. For inactive bank
accounts, you can simply delete the record.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT050 - You can only close an active bank account. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT050 indicates that you are attempting to close a bank account that is currently active. This error typically arises in the context of managing bank accounts within the SAP Financial Closing cockpit or Bank Account Management (BAM) module.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the bank account you are trying to close has not been marked as inactive or is still linked to transactions or processes that require it to remain active. This could include:
  
  Open transactions associated with the bank account.
  The bank account being used in current or pending payment runs.
  The account being referenced in other financial documents or processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions: Review any open transactions that may be linked to the bank account. Ensure that all transactions are completed or canceled.
  
  
  Deactivate the Bank Account: Before closing the account, you may need to deactivate it. This can usually be done in the Bank Account Management module by changing the status of the account to inactive.
  
  
  Review Payment Runs: Ensure that the bank account is not currently being used in any payment runs. If it is, you will need to complete or cancel those payment runs.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Look for any dependencies or references to the bank account in other financial documents or processes. This may include checking for any linked contracts, agreements, or other financial instruments.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing bank accounts in your version of SAP.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to close or deactivate bank accounts. If not, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you have followed the above steps and are still encountering issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI01 (Create Bank Master Record), FI02 (Change Bank Master Record), and FI03 (Display Bank Master Record) for managing bank accounts.
  Bank Account Management (BAM): Understanding the BAM module can help you better manage bank accounts and their statuses within SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and successfully close the bank account in question.