How To Fix FR445 - Bank statement only posted for collection (I) of bills of exchange

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 445

• Message text: Bank statement only posted for collection (I) of bills of exchange

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR445 - Bank statement only posted for collection (I) of bills of exchange ?

  The SAP error message FR445 indicates that a bank statement has been posted only for the collection (I) of bills of exchange. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving bills of exchange, where the bank statement is processed but does not fully reconcile with the expected postings.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Processing: The bank statement may have been processed without all necessary information, leading to only partial postings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the bank statement processing or in the bills of exchange handling that are not set up correctly.
  Data Mismatch: There could be discrepancies between the bank statement data and the corresponding entries in the SAP system, such as amounts, dates, or reference numbers.
  Posting Rules: The posting rules for bills of exchange may not be correctly defined, leading to incomplete postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Bank Statement: Check the bank statement for any discrepancies or missing information that could affect the posting.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for bank statement processing and bills of exchange is correctly set up in SAP. This includes checking the settings in transaction codes like OBPM1 (for bank statement processing) and OBBA (for bills of exchange).
  Reprocess the Statement: If the bank statement was processed incorrectly, you may need to reverse the posting and reprocess the statement with the correct data.
  Adjust Posting Rules: Review and adjust the posting rules for bills of exchange to ensure they align with the expected behavior for bank statement processing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling bank statements and bills of exchange.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FF67: Manual bank statement entry
  FEBA: Process incoming payments
  OBPM1: Bank statement configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant with expertise in SAP FI (Financial Accounting) for further assistance.