How To Fix BNK_GENERAL118 - Collector program is started in separate job

BNK_GENERAL118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BNK_GENERAL - Common messages for Bank communication

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Collector program is started in separate job

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BNK_GENERAL118 - Collector program is started in separate job ?

  The SAP error message BNK_GENERAL118 indicates that a collector program has been started in a separate job. This message typically arises in the context of the SAP Bank Communication Management (BCM) module or related financial processes. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Job Scheduling: The error usually occurs when a background job is scheduled to run a collector program, which is responsible for processing bank statements or other financial data.
  Concurrency Issues: If the collector program is already running or if there are multiple instances trying to access the same resources, it may trigger this message.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the BCM or related financial modules can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Status: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of the background jobs. Look for any running or failed jobs related to the collector program.
  If a job is running, you may need to