How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT299 - Bank &1 removed from hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 299

• Message text: Bank &1 removed from hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT299 - Bank &1 removed from hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT299 with the description "Bank &1 removed from hierarchy" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Services module, particularly in the Bank Account Management (BAM) component. This error indicates that a specific bank (denoted by &1) has been removed from the hierarchy of bank accounts or bank master data.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Removal: The bank account may have been manually removed from the hierarchy by a user with the appropriate permissions.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that led to the bank account being flagged for removal.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings related to bank account management could lead to the removal of certain banks from the hierarchy.
  Dependency Issues: If there are dependencies or relationships with other entities (like bank accounts or transactions) that are no longer valid, the system may automatically remove the bank from the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Review the bank account hierarchy configuration to ensure that the bank in question is correctly set up and not inadvertently removed.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs or audit trails to see if any recent changes were made that could have led to the removal of the bank.
  Re-add the Bank: If the bank was removed unintentionally, you can re-add it to the hierarchy through the appropriate transaction or configuration settings in SAP.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any issues that may have caused the removal and rectify them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Bank Account Management for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding this error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), FI12 (Bank Master Data), or FCLM_BAM related transactions for managing bank accounts.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on similar issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to manage bank accounts and hierarchy settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT299.