What is mandate in SAP IS-B-BCA - Bank Customer Accounts?

SAP Term: mandate

• Component: IS-B-BCA

• Component Name: Bank Customer Accounts

• Description: An authorization given by a debtor to a creditor to allow the creditor to initiate collections by debiting the debtor account. The mandate also enables the bank of the debtor to comply with such instructions.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A mandate is a document that authorizes a bank to act on behalf of a customer. In the context of SAP IS-B-BCA Bank Customer Accounts, a mandate is used to define the relationship between the customer and the bank. It includes details such as the customer's name, address, and account number, as well as the bank's name and address. The mandate also specifies the type of services that the bank can provide to the customer. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use a mandate in SAP IS-B-BCA Bank Customer Accounts, the customer must first create an account with the bank. Once this is done, the customer can then create a mandate document that outlines the terms of their relationship with the bank. This document must be signed by both parties in order to be valid. Once this is done, the mandate can be used to authorize transactions between the customer and the bank. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep a copy of your mandate document in a safe place in case you need to refer back to it in the future. Additionally, it is important to review your mandate periodically to ensure that it still accurately reflects your relationship with the bank. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about mandates in SAP IS-B-BCA Bank Customer Accounts, please refer to SAP's official documentation on mandates. Additionally, you can contact your bank directly for more information about their specific policies regarding mandates.