How To Fix G5173 - Bank type & is invalid for operator & (vendor &).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G5 - IS-Oil /Joint Venture/ Material transfer pricing

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Bank type & is invalid for operator & (vendor &).

Please enter a correct bank type for the operator &V2&.
To check which bank types are valid for operator &V2& , go the
<DS:TRAN.FK03>vendor master</> to check vendor &V3& . If you leave the
bank type blank, the system will assume that it is not necessary to
enter the bank type in the posting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5173 - Bank type & is invalid for operator & (vendor &). ?

  The SAP error message G5173 indicates that there is an issue with the bank type associated with a vendor in the system. This error typically arises when the bank type specified for a vendor is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Bank Type: The bank type specified for the vendor does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The bank type may not be assigned to the relevant country or may not be set up in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the vendor master data regarding the bank type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (for bank types) and verify that the bank type in question is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the bank type is assigned to the correct country.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code XK03 (or MK03 for purchasing) to display the vendor master data.
  Check the bank details section to ensure that the bank type is correctly entered and matches the valid bank types in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct the Bank Type:
  
  If the bank type is incorrect, you can update the vendor master data using transaction code XK02 (or MK02 for purchasing) to enter a valid bank type.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the valid bank types or how to configure them, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bank Types: In SAP, bank types are used to categorize different types of banks (e.g., domestic, foreign, etc.). Each bank type may have specific attributes and configurations.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data contains all the necessary information about a vendor, including payment terms, bank details, and contact information.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  OBPM1: Maintain Bank Types
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G5173 error and ensure that the vendor's bank information is correctly configured in the SAP system.