How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT585 - Select a business partner or bank in hierarchy before adding a new bank.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 585

• Message text: Select a business partner or bank in hierarchy before adding a new bank.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT585 - Select a business partner or bank in hierarchy before adding a new bank. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT585 typically occurs in the context of the Bank Account Management (BAM) module within SAP. This error indicates that you are trying to add a new bank account without first selecting a business partner or bank in the hierarchy. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The error arises when the user attempts to add a new bank account without having selected a business partner or bank from the hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Structure: The system requires a valid hierarchy structure to associate the new bank account with a specific business partner or bank.
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or select the business partner or bank.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Business Partner or Bank:
  
  Before adding a new bank account, ensure that you have selected a valid business partner or bank from the hierarchy. This can usually be done by navigating to the appropriate section in the BAM interface and making the selection.
  
  
  
  Check Hierarchy:
  
  Verify that the hierarchy is correctly set up and that the business partner or bank you are trying to select is available in the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and select the business partner or bank. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator to grant you access.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration related to Bank Account Management. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to Bank Account Management for additional guidance on the hierarchy and business partner setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing business partners and bank accounts, such as:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  FCLM_BAM: Bank Account Management
  
  
  Training and Support: If you are new to SAP or the BAM module, consider seeking training or support from your organization’s SAP team or external consultants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully add a new bank account in the SAP system.