How To Fix /PF1/BANK_GENERAL020 - &1 &2 &3 &4 has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/BANK_GENERAL -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 &4 has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/BANK_GENERAL020 - &1 &2 &3 &4 has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/BANK_GENERAL020 typically indicates that a bank account or related data has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during financial transactions, bank reconciliations, or when trying to access bank-related information.
  Cause:
  
  Data Deletion: The most common cause is that the bank account or related master data has been deleted from the system. This could be due to a manual deletion by a user or as part of a data cleanup process.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as orphaned records or references to deleted entries.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the bank account data, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Bank Account Status: Verify if the bank account in question still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code FI01 for creating a bank master record or FI02 for changing it) and checking the account status.
  Restore Deleted Data: If the bank account was deleted and needs to be restored, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or support team to see if it can be recovered from backups or if it needs to be recreated.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the bank account data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any orphaned records or inconsistencies in the bank data. This may involve using transaction codes like SE16 to view database tables related to bank accounts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI01, FI02, FI03 (for bank master data), and FBL1N (for vendor line items) to navigate and check bank account details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.