How To Fix EBPP_REC_INV013 - Bill &1: error when archiving &2: HTTP error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBPP_REC_INV - SAP Biller Direct: Bill Receipt Processing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Bill &1: error when archiving &2: HTTP error

What causes this issue?

When attempting to archive file &V1&, you experienced an HTTP error.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Correct <LS>Biller Direct</> <DS:TRAN.EBPP_RIC> Customizing</> and
ArchiveLink Customizing. Then start your processing again.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBPP_REC_INV013 - Bill &1: error when archiving &2: HTTP error ?

  The SAP error message EBPP_REC_INV013 typically indicates an issue related to the archiving process of billing documents in the SAP system, specifically when there is an HTTP error encountered during the archiving operation. This error can arise due to various reasons, including network issues, configuration problems, or issues with the archiving process itself.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the archiving server or service.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving process or in the HTTP connection settings.
  Service Availability: The archiving service or the target system may be down or not reachable.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary permissions.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being archived, such as inconsistencies or corruption.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system can communicate with the archiving server. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to verify connectivity.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for the archiving process in transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) and ensure that the HTTP connection settings are correct.
  Service Status: Verify that the archiving service is up and running. If it is down, restart the service or contact your system administrator.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving. You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  Test HTTP Connection: Use transaction SM59 to test the HTTP connection to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring tools to keep track of the archiving process and catch issues early.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.