How To Fix FKK_SEPA034 - Bank details of business partner &1 not required for contract &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_SEPA - FI-CA: SEPA Mandate Management

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Bank details of business partner &1 not required for contract &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_SEPA034 - Bank details of business partner &1 not required for contract &2 ?

  The SAP error message FKK_SEPA034 indicates that the bank details of a business partner are not required for a specific contract. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module, particularly when dealing with SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Type: The contract associated with the business partner may not require bank details. This can happen if the contract is set up in a way that does not necessitate payment information (e.g., certain types of contracts or agreements).
  Business Partner Configuration: The business partner may be configured in such a way that it does not require bank details for the specific contract type.
  Payment Method: The payment method assigned to the contract may not require bank details (e.g., cash payments, direct debit not applicable).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data setup for the business partner or the contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Type: Review the contract type and its configuration to determine if it should require bank details. If it should, you may need to adjust the contract settings.
  Review Business Partner Data: Ensure that the business partner is correctly set up with the necessary bank details if required. You can do this by navigating to the business partner master data and checking the bank details section.
  Payment Method Configuration: Verify the payment method assigned to the contract. If it is supposed to require bank details, ensure that the payment method is correctly configured to do so.
  Adjust Settings: If the contract should indeed require bank details, you may need to adjust the settings in the contract or the business partner master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to contracts and business partners.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner), FPL9 (Display Contract), or FQEVENT (Event Management) to check and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit business partner and contract data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult the SAP community for further assistance.