How To Fix FTE_BSM004 - Enter a house bank for this account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTE_BSM - FTE_BSM: Bank Statement Monitor

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Enter a house bank for this account

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTE_BSM004 - Enter a house bank for this account ?

  The SAP error message FTE_BSM004 ("Enter a house bank for this account") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a house bank to be defined for a specific bank account in the system. This error is common in financial transactions, particularly in the context of cash management or payment processing.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A bank account is being used in a transaction (like a payment run or bank statement processing) but does not have an associated house bank.
  The configuration for the bank account in the system is incomplete or missing the necessary details.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a house bank is assigned to the relevant bank account. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Bank Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the path: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Bank Accounting > Master Data > Bank Accounts > Change.
  
  
  
  Find the Relevant Bank Account:
  
  Enter the bank account number and the company code for which you want to assign the house bank.
  Click on the "Display" or "Change" button.
  
  
  
  Assign a House Bank:
  
  In the bank account details, look for the field labeled "House Bank."
  If it is empty, you need to enter the appropriate house bank that corresponds to this bank account.
  If you do not have a house bank defined, you may need to create one first.
  
  
  
  Create a House Bank (if necessary):
  
  Navigate to Accounting > Financial Accounting > Bank Accounting > Master Data > House Banks > Create.
  Fill in the required details for the house bank, including the bank key and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the house bank information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Retry the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that triggered the error and try to execute it again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  House Bank Definition: A house bank in SAP is a bank that is used for managing cash transactions. It is linked to one or more bank accounts and is essential for processing payments and managing cash flow.
  Bank Account Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations for bank accounts and house banks are completed in the system to avoid similar errors in the future.
  Authorization: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to bank account and house bank settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.