How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT336 - &1 &2 cannot be the parent bank of itself.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 336

• Message text: &1 &2 cannot be the parent bank of itself.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT336 - &1 &2 cannot be the parent bank of itself. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT336 typically indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchical structure of bank accounts in the Bank Account Management (BAM) module. The specific message, stating that "&1 &2 cannot be the parent bank of itself," suggests that there is an attempt to set a bank account as its own parent, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Self-Referencing Hierarchy: The error occurs when a bank account is being configured in such a way that it references itself as a parent. This can happen during the creation or modification of bank account hierarchies.
  Data Entry Error: It may be due to incorrect data entry where the same bank account number is mistakenly entered in both the parent and child fields.
  Configuration Issue: There might be a misconfiguration in the bank account hierarchy settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Review the hierarchy settings for the bank accounts. Ensure that no bank account is set as its own parent.
  Correct Data Entry: If you are entering data manually, double-check the entries to ensure that the parent account is different from the child account.
  Use Valid Parent Accounts: Make sure that the parent account you are trying to assign is a valid and existing bank account that is not the same as the child account.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for Bank Account Management to understand the correct setup of bank account hierarchies.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Bank Account Management, such as FCLM_BAM for managing bank accounts.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to bank account hierarchies.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and correctly configure your bank account hierarchy in SAP.