How To Fix IHC_XBS615 - Recipient bank area and bank number/bank country do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC_XBS - Messages for External Bank Statement

• Message number: 615

• Message text: Recipient bank area and bank number/bank country do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC_XBS615 - Recipient bank area and bank number/bank country do not match ?

  The SAP error message IHC_XBS615 indicates that there is a mismatch between the recipient bank area, bank number, and bank country in the context of the Intercompany Financial Transactions (IHC) module. This error typically arises when the system is unable to validate the bank details provided for a transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Bank Area Mismatch: The bank area specified in the transaction does not correspond to the bank number and country provided.
  Incorrect Bank Details: The bank number or country may be incorrectly entered or configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the bank master data or the settings in the IHC module.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data for the bank or the recipient's details.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Bank Details:
  
  Check the recipient's bank details in the system. Ensure that the bank number, bank area, and bank country are correctly entered.
  Make sure that the bank number corresponds to the correct bank area and country.
  
  
  
  Check Bank Master Data:
  
  Go to the bank master data in SAP and verify that the bank area and bank number are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the bank is active and properly set up for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the IHC module to ensure that they are set up correctly for the specific transaction type.
  Review the settings for bank area and bank country in the IHC configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data. This may involve checking related master data records for the recipient and the bank.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific error message and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FI01 (Create Bank Master Data) or FI02 (Change Bank Master Data) to check or update bank details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IHC_XBS615 error message.