How To Fix CFM_TR_BIW004 - Missing initial callup of parallel books

CFM_TR_BIW004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFM_TR_BIW - BW Extractor for CFM

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Missing initial callup of parallel books

What causes this issue?

The first callup of the parallel books by a BW extractor has to be
indicated by an initialization flag. This has not happened.

System Response

The selection of data was canceled.

How to fix this error?

Inform SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFM_TR_BIW004 - Missing initial callup of parallel books ?

  The SAP error message CFM_TR_BIW004, which states "Missing initial callup of parallel books," typically occurs in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the configuration or execution of parallel accounting books in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often arises when the system is not properly configured to handle parallel accounting books. This can happen if the necessary settings for parallel ledgers or accounting principles are not defined in the system.
  Initial Callup Not Executed: The error indicates that the initial callup for the parallel books has not been executed. This is a prerequisite for the system to process transactions correctly across different accounting principles.
  Transaction Data Issues: If there are inconsistencies or missing data in the transaction records that are supposed to be processed in parallel books, this error can also occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for parallel accounting in SAP. This can typically