How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT095 - One or more bank accounts already in approval process.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 095

• Message text: One or more bank accounts already in approval process.

What causes this issue?

You are trying to make change to selected bank accounts but at least one
of them is already in workflow process.

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?

Do either of the following:
Wait until the workflow process is finished.
You can contact the workflow processor to approve or reject the workflow
in the <LS>My Inbox - For Bank Accounts</> app.
Ask the person who has initiated the workflow process to cancel the
change request.
The person who has submitted the change request can cancel it in the
<LS>My Sent Requests </>app.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT095 - One or more bank accounts already in approval process. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT095 indicates that one or more bank accounts you are trying to modify or approve are already in an approval process. This typically occurs in the context of bank account management within the SAP Financial Services module, particularly in the Bank Account Management (BAM) component.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to change or approve a bank account that is currently undergoing another approval process.
  There may be multiple users trying to approve or modify the same bank account simultaneously.
  The system has a lock on the bank account due to an ongoing workflow or approval process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Approval Status:
  
  Verify the status of the bank account in question. You can do this by navigating to the Bank Account Management area in SAP and checking the approval workflow status.
  
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Determine if another user is currently working on the same bank account. You may need to communicate with your team to find out if someone else has initiated an approval or modification.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the bank account is indeed in an approval process, you may need to wait until the current process is completed before attempting to make changes again.
  
  
  
  Cancel or Withdraw Approval:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions and it is appropriate to do so, you may consider canceling or withdrawing the current approval process to allow for the changes you need to make.
  
  
  
  Check for System Locks:
  
  Sometimes, system locks can occur due to technical issues. If you suspect this is the case, you may need to contact your SAP Basis team to investigate and resolve any locking issues.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the workflow configuration for bank account approvals to ensure it is set up correctly and efficiently.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Bank Account Management for detailed information on workflows and approval processes.
  User Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate permissions to approve or modify bank accounts, as permission issues can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.