How To Fix FMCA_PSOB057 - Enter a contract account before selecting bank details

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_PSOB - Contract Object

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Enter a contract account before selecting bank details

What causes this issue?

You want to define your own bank details for a contract object which
has not yet had a contract account assigned to it. You must assign a
contract account because bank details depend on their company code and
the respective company code must be specified in the contract account.

System Response

It is not possible to assign any bank details.

How to fix this error?

First of all, assign the necessary contract account to the contract
object. You can then define your own bank details in the contract
object.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_PSOB057 - Enter a contract account before selecting bank details ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_PSOB057 "Enter a contract account before selecting bank details" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or processes where bank details are required, but a contract account has not been specified. This error is common in modules related to contract accounts, such as Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a contract account to be entered before the user can proceed to select or view bank details. This is often due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Contract Account: The user has not entered a contract account in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to the bank details section without first specifying a contract account.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce this requirement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Enter a Contract Account: Before attempting to access bank details, ensure that you have entered a valid contract account in the designated field.
  Check Navigation Steps: Make sure you are following the correct sequence of steps in the transaction. Enter the contract account first, then proceed to select bank details.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the contract account and bank details.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific transaction you are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in SAP that deal with contract accounts and bank details (e.g., FP01, FP02, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are adequately trained on the processes involving contract accounts and bank details to minimize errors.
  
  By ensuring that a contract account is entered before accessing bank details, you should be able to resolve the FMCA_PSOB057 error effectively.