How To Fix FTR_LC054 - BP role of &1 does not belong to the bank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_LC - Message class for Letter of Credit

• Message number: 054

• Message text: BP role of &1 does not belong to the bank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_LC054 - BP role of &1 does not belong to the bank ?

  The SAP error message FTR_LC054 indicates that the business partner (BP) role specified does not belong to the bank in question. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or when dealing with bank-related functionalities in SAP, particularly in the Financial Services sector.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Business Partner Role Assignment: The business partner (BP) may not have the correct role assigned that is required for the transaction you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to execute a transaction that requires a specific bank role, and that role is not assigned to the BP, this error will occur.
  
  
  Bank Configuration Issues: The bank configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the relationship between the BP and the bank.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the business partner or the bank, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner in question (using the number or name).
  Check the roles assigned to the business partner. Ensure that the required bank role is assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the required role is missing, you can assign it by editing the business partner and adding the necessary role. Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Verify Bank Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the bank in the system. Ensure that the bank is correctly set up and that it recognizes the business partner roles.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant reports or transactions to check for data inconsistencies. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform a deeper analysis if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the business partner roles and their requirements in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Business Partner (BP): In SAP, a business partner is a master data entity that can represent customers, vendors, or other entities. Each BP can have multiple roles assigned to it, which define its relationship with the organization.
  
  
  Bank Configuration: This includes settings related to bank accounts, bank master data, and the relationship between business partners and banks.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), and possibly others related to bank management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FTR_LC054 and ensure that the business partner is correctly configured for the bank in question.