How To Fix IHC184 - No bank key was found for bank &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 184

• Message text: No bank key was found for bank &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC184 - No bank key was found for bank &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message IHC184 "No bank key was found for bank &1 &2 &3 &4" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid bank key for the specified bank account in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Key Configuration: The bank key for the specified bank account has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Bank Details: The bank details provided (bank country, bank key, etc.) may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the bank account.
  Bank Account Not Active: The bank account may not be active or properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Bank Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 or FI12 to check the bank key configuration.
  Ensure that the bank key is correctly defined for the specified bank account.
  
  
  
  Verify Bank Details:
  
  Check the details of the bank account in the master data (transaction code FI01 or FI02).
  Ensure that the bank country, bank key, and other relevant details are correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Maintain Bank Master Data:
  
  If the bank key is missing, you may need to create or update the bank master data using transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank).
  Ensure that the bank key is correctly assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the bank account data.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 to check the relevant tables for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the IHC module for any specific configuration steps that may have been missed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI01, FI02, OB52, and SE16 for managing bank master data and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to IHC and bank key issues that may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit bank master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IHC184 error and ensure that the bank key is correctly configured in your SAP system.