How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT2251 - --- 251-300 Reserved for Signatory Card ---

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT2 - Second message class for bank account management

• Message number: 251

• Message text: --- 251-300 Reserved for Signatory Card ---

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT2251 - --- 251-300 Reserved for Signatory Card --- ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT2251 with the description "251-300 Reserved for Signatory Card" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Services module, particularly when dealing with the Bank Account Management (BAM) functionality. This error indicates that the system is trying to use a range of numbers (251-300) that is reserved for signatory cards, which are used to manage the authorization of bank accounts.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Number Range Assignment: The system is attempting to assign a number from the reserved range (251-300) to a bank account or signatory that should not be using that range.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the number range settings for bank accounts or signatories in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently tried to assign a number from the reserved range during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Bank Account Management in SAP.
  Verify the number range settings for bank accounts and signatories to ensure that the ranges are correctly defined and that the reserved range (251-300) is not being used for general purposes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, ensure that the number being assigned does not fall within the reserved range. Use a different number that is outside of the reserved range.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Bank Account Management and number range management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entry, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or any known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBAS (for number range management) or FCLM_BAM (for Bank Account Management) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on number range management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make changes has the necessary authorizations to modify bank account settings and number ranges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.