How To Fix ICL_BDT_DI_IN018 - There is more than one set of bank details for business partner &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_BDT_DI_IN - Messages for Inbound Layer (BDT)

• Message number: 018

• Message text: There is more than one set of bank details for business partner &1

What causes this issue?

In direct input processing for the benefit split you specified that the
bank details of the business partner &V1& should be determined
automatically (because of payment method '5'). However, in this
automatic determination, the system found more than one set of bank
details.

System Response

The system is unable to assign any bank details.

How to fix this error?

Perform one of the following activities:
In direct input, enter the ID of the bank details.
Change the settings for the business partner &v1& so that only one set
of bank details is returned.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_BDT_DI_IN018 - There is more than one set of bank details for business partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message ICL_BDT_DI_IN018 indicates that there are multiple sets of bank details associated with a specific business partner (BP) in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a business partner has been set up with multiple bank accounts, and the system is unable to determine which one to use for a particular transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Bank Accounts: The business partner has more than one bank account defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the business partner data or the way bank details are managed in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect information related to the bank accounts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Bank Details:
  
  Go to the business partner master data in SAP and check the bank details associated with the specific business partner (BP).
  Identify all the bank accounts linked to the BP and determine if they are all necessary.
  
  
  
  Select a Specific Bank Account:
  
  If the transaction allows, specify which bank account to use for the transaction. This may involve modifying the transaction or the configuration to ensure that a single bank account is selected.
  
  
  
  Consolidate Bank Accounts:
  
  If multiple bank accounts are not needed, consider consolidating them. You can delete or deactivate the unnecessary bank accounts from the business partner master data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for business partners and bank details are correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the customizing settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  Perform a data cleanup to ensure that there are no duplicate or erroneous entries in the bank details for the business partner.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing business partner bank details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to access and manage business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit business partner data in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.