How To Fix P9046 - Compare routing ctrl code for curr.house bank &1 with intermed.bank 2 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P9 - EU-Specific Messages: Pymnt Program, Banks, Pymnt Methods

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Compare routing ctrl code for curr.house bank &1 with intermed.bank 2 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P9046 - Compare routing ctrl code for curr.house bank &1 with intermed.bank 2 &2 ?

  The SAP error message P9046 indicates a discrepancy between the routing control codes for the current house bank and the intermediate bank in a payment transaction. This error typically arises in the context of electronic payments, particularly when dealing with bank transfers or payment processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the routing control code (which is used to identify banks in electronic transactions) for the house bank does not match the routing control code for the intermediate bank. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The routing control codes for the banks may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the bank details for either the house bank or the intermediate bank.
  Bank Changes: If there have been recent changes to the bank's routing codes or if the bank has been updated in the system, this could lead to mismatches.
  Payment Method Settings: The payment method used may not be correctly set up to handle the routing codes for the banks involved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the P9046 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the house bank and the intermediate bank in SAP.
  Verify that the routing control codes are correctly entered and match the expected values.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method:
  
  Check the payment method settings in the configuration to ensure that they are set up correctly for the transaction type you are processing.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If you find any discrepancies in the routing control codes, correct them in the system.
  Ensure that all relevant bank details are accurate and up to date.
  
  
  
  Consult with Bank:
  
  If you suspect that the routing control codes have changed, contact the bank to confirm the correct codes.
  
  
  
  Test Transactions:
  
  After making corrections, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that address specific issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FI12 (House Bank) or OBPM1 (Payment Methods in Country) to access and modify bank configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring house banks and payment methods.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the P9046 error in your SAP system.