1Q024 - Several bank areas found; ISO country code &1 is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1Q - Messages In-House Banking

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Several bank areas found; ISO country code &1 is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1Q024 - Several bank areas found; ISO country code &1 is not unique ?

  The SAP error message 1Q024 indicates that there are multiple bank areas associated with a specific ISO country code, which is causing ambiguity in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or when configuring bank master data in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system encounters multiple entries for the same ISO country code in the bank area configuration. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are multiple bank areas defined for the same country code in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The bank area settings may not have been set up correctly, leading to overlapping or conflicting entries.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have introduced duplicates or inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or the relevant configuration path) to check the bank area settings.
  Look for entries that have the same ISO country code and identify duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove or Correct Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you will need to either delete or correct them to ensure that each ISO country code is unique to a single bank area.
  Ensure that the bank area is correctly assigned to the relevant country code.
  
  
  
  Review Bank Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code FI01 (Create Bank) or FI02 (Change Bank) to review the bank master data and ensure that there are no conflicting entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring bank areas and handling ISO country codes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the relevant transactions to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO Country Codes: These are standardized codes that represent countries and are used in various financial transactions.
  Bank Area: In SAP, a bank area is a specific organizational unit that represents a bank's operations in a particular region or country.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, FI01, FI02, and OBPM1 (for bank master data) to navigate the configuration settings effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial modules.