How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT857 - &1 is not a bank reconciliation account. Correct your entry.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 857

• Message text: &1 is not a bank reconciliation account. Correct your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT857 - &1 is not a bank reconciliation account. Correct your entry. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT857 indicates that the account you are trying to use is not recognized as a bank reconciliation account. This error typically occurs in the context of the Bank Account Management (BAM) module in SAP, where specific accounts are designated for bank reconciliation purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Type: The account you are trying to use is not set up as a bank reconciliation account in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The account may not be properly configured in the system settings, or it may not be assigned to the correct company code or bank.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the account number you are entering.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Bank Account Management.
  Verify that the account you are trying to use is indeed set up as a bank reconciliation account.
  Ensure that the account is assigned to the correct company code and bank.
  
  
  
  Correct Account Entry:
  
  Double-check the account number you are entering for any typographical errors.
  Make sure you are using the correct account that is designated for bank reconciliation.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Bank Reconciliation Account:
  
  If the account does not exist as a bank reconciliation account, you may need to create it or modify an existing account.
  Use transaction code OBYA to define the reconciliation accounts for bank accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team to ensure the account is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBYA: To maintain reconciliation accounts.
  FI12: To maintain the bank master data.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on setting up bank reconciliation accounts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the account you are using is correctly configured for bank reconciliation purposes.