How To Fix IHC143 - Recipient and sender bank areas the same: No clearing partner determin.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Recipient and sender bank areas the same: No clearing partner determin.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC143 - Recipient and sender bank areas the same: No clearing partner determin. ?

  The SAP error message IHC143 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the bank areas in the Intercompany Financial Transactions (IHC) module. Specifically, it means that the system has detected that the recipient and sender bank areas are the same, which prevents the determination of a clearing partner.
  Cause:
  
  Same Bank Area: The error occurs when both the sender and recipient are assigned to the same bank area. In intercompany transactions, the system expects different bank areas for the sender and recipient to facilitate the clearing process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the bank area settings or in the intercompany settings that leads to this situation.
  Missing Clearing Partner: The system cannot find a clearing partner because it is looking for a different bank area for the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for bank areas in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the sender and recipient are assigned to different bank areas. If they are not, you may need to reassign one of them to a different bank area.
  
  
  
  Review Intercompany Settings:
  
  Check the intercompany settings in the IHC module to ensure that the clearing partners are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the clearing partner is set up for the specific bank areas involved in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data:
  
  If the transaction data is incorrect, you may need to adjust the transaction to ensure that the sender and recipient are in different bank areas.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to IHC and bank area configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to IHC and bank area configuration, such as OBPM1 (for managing bank area settings) and OBYA (for intercompany settings).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to bank area configurations and intercompany settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in the IHC module for further assistance.