How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT215 - Description of bank account &1 not found; Default value assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Description of bank account &1 not found; Default value assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT215 - Description of bank account &1 not found; Default value assigned ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT215 with the description "Description of bank account &1 not found; Default value assigned" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Closing cockpit or Bank Account Management (BAM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a description for a specified bank account, and as a result, it assigns a default value.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Account Description: The primary cause of this error is that the bank account specified (denoted by &1) does not have a description defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the bank account in the system, such as incomplete data entry or missing master data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the descriptions were not transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Account Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the bank account master data in SAP (Transaction code: FI12 or through the relevant menu path).
  Verify that the bank account in question has a description entered. If it is missing, add the appropriate description.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the bank account is properly configured in the system. Check the settings in the Bank Account Management module to confirm that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check for bank accounts to identify any discrepancies or missing data. This can often be done through specific reports or transaction codes related to bank account management.
  
  
  
  Default Value Configuration:
  
  If the system is assigning a default value, review the configuration for default values in the BAM settings. Ensure that the default values are appropriate and that they meet business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Bank Account Management for any specific guidance or known issues that might relate to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI12 (Bank Master Data) and FCLM (Financial Closing Cockpit) for managing bank accounts.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FCLM_BAM_MAINT215 for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit bank account details.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the bank account descriptions are correctly maintained in the system.