How To Fix IHC160 - Bank &1 &2 is assigned either to no bank area or to more than one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Bank &1 &2 is assigned either to no bank area or to more than one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC160 - Bank &1 &2 is assigned either to no bank area or to more than one ?

  The SAP error message IHC160 indicates that there is an issue with the bank assignment in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the bank specified (denoted by &1 and &2 in the error message) is either not assigned to any bank area or is assigned to more than one bank area. This can lead to inconsistencies in financial transactions and bank processing.
  Cause:
  
  No Bank Area Assignment: The bank in question has not been assigned to any bank area in the system. This could happen if the bank was created but not properly configured.
  Multiple Bank Area Assignments: The bank is assigned to more than one bank area, which can create ambiguity in processing transactions related to that bank.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FI12 (or use the menu path: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Bank Accounting > Master Data > Bank > Change).
  Enter the bank key and check the bank area assignment.
  Ensure that the bank is assigned to the correct bank area.
  
  
  
  Assign Bank to a Bank Area:
  
  If the bank is not assigned to any bank area, you need to assign it to the appropriate bank area.
  If it is assigned to multiple bank areas, you need to determine which assignment is correct and remove the incorrect ones.
  
  
  
  Review Bank Area Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the bank areas in your system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Use transaction code OBI3 to view bank area settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Financial team for any specific configurations that may be required for your organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: FI12 (Change Bank Master Data), OBI3 (Display Bank Area).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to bank master data and bank area assignments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.