How To Fix PM028 - Bank groups cannot be checked without bank chain

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Bank groups cannot be checked without bank chain

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM028 - Bank groups cannot be checked without bank chain ?

  The SAP error message PM028, which states "Bank groups cannot be checked without bank chain," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with bank master data or payment processing. This error indicates that the system is unable to validate or check the specified bank groups because the necessary bank chain configuration is missing or not properly set up.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Bank Chain Configuration: The bank chain, which defines the relationship between different banks and their groups, is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Bank Group Assignment: The bank group you are trying to use may not be correctly assigned to a bank chain.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the bank master data or configuration settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PM028 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Chain Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for bank chains in SAP. This is usually found under the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Ensure that the