How To Fix IHC605 - Sender bank area is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Sender bank area is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC605 - Sender bank area is missing ?

  The SAP error message IHC605 ("Sender bank area is missing") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary bank area information for the sender company code in an intercompany transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The sender company code may not have a bank area defined in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The bank master data for the sender company code may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  Missing Assignment: The bank area may not be assigned to the relevant company code or business partner.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IHC605 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 or OBPM1 to check the bank area configuration for the sender company code.
  Ensure that the bank area is correctly defined and assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  Maintain Bank Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code FI12 to maintain the bank master data.
  Ensure that the sender company code has a valid bank area assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Assignment:
  
  If you are using the Business Partner approach, check the assignment of the bank area to the business partner.
  Use transaction code BP to verify and maintain the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check Intercompany Settings:
  
  Review the intercompany settings in the IHC configuration to ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details related to your version of SAP and the IHC module.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1, FI12, and BP for managing bank areas and master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to IHC605 for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to bank configurations and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the IHC module for further assistance.