How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT653 - Specify a house bank account for cash pooling.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Specify a house bank account for cash pooling.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Bank Account Connectivity </>tab of the <LS>Manage Bank Accounts</> app.
You can find the <LS>Use in Cash Pooling </>checkbox on the <LS>House
generating cash pooling payment requests.
Otherwise, the system cannot identify the house bank account to use for
accounts and set the <LS>Use in Cash Pooling</> indicator for it.
For each bank account, you must select one of the linked house bank

How to fix this error?

System Response

account defined for this purpose.
The bank account is used in cash pooling but there is no house bank

What causes this issue?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT653 - Specify a house bank account for cash pooling. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT653 indicates that a house bank account needs to be specified for cash pooling in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of cash management and liquidity management processes, particularly when configuring cash pooling structures.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A cash pooling structure is being created or modified, but no house bank account has been assigned to it.
  The system requires a house bank account to manage the cash pooling effectively, as it serves as the central account for the cash pooling process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify a house bank account for the cash pooling structure. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Cash Pooling Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction code FCLM_BAM or through the SAP Easy Access menu).
  
  
  
  Edit the Cash Pooling Structure:
  
  Locate the cash pooling structure that is causing the error.
  Open the details of the cash pooling structure for editing.
  
  
  
  Specify the House Bank Account:
  
  In the configuration screen, look for the field where you can specify the house bank account.
  Enter the appropriate house bank account that will be used for cash pooling.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the house bank account, save your changes.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly to avoid further errors.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, test the cash pooling functionality to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the cash pooling process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  House Bank Configuration: Ensure that the house bank account is properly configured in the system. You can check this in the bank master data settings.
  Cash Pooling Types: Understand the different types of cash pooling (e.g., physical vs. notional) and how they affect the configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on cash management and cash pooling configurations.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cash management settings in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in cash management for further assistance.