How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT408 - The IBAN number connects to multiple banks. Select one of them.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 408

• Message text: The IBAN number connects to multiple banks. Select one of them.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT408 - The IBAN number connects to multiple banks. Select one of them. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT408 indicates that the IBAN (International Bank Account Number) you are trying to use is associated with multiple banks in the system. This situation can arise when the same IBAN is registered with different banking institutions, which can happen in cases of mergers, acquisitions, or simply due to data entry errors.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate IBAN Entries: The IBAN might be entered multiple times in the system, each linked to a different bank.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it might have resulted in duplicate IBANs being associated with different banks.
  Banking Changes: Changes in banking relationships or mergers may lead to the same IBAN being associated with multiple banks.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Banks: Check the list of banks associated with the IBAN in question. You may need to consult your bank master data or the relevant transaction in SAP to see which banks are linked to the IBAN.
  
  
  Select the Correct Bank: When prompted by the error message, you should select the appropriate bank that you want to associate with the IBAN. This may involve:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction or screen where the IBAN is being used.
  Choosing the correct bank from the list provided.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the IBAN is incorrectly linked to multiple banks due to data entry errors, you may need to correct the entries in the bank master data. This can involve:
  
  Deleting or modifying the incorrect bank entries.
  Ensuring that each IBAN is uniquely associated with only one bank.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct bank to select, consult your organization's banking documentation or reach out to your finance department for clarification.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for help in resolving the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bank Master Data: Familiarize yourself with how bank master data is maintained in SAP, as this will help you understand how IBANs and banks are linked.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like FI01, FI02, or FI03 for bank master data) to view or edit bank information.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to bank account management for additional guidance on handling IBANs and bank associations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the IBAN is correctly associated with the appropriate bank in your SAP system.