How To Fix EEDM_CALC_INST156 - Start background job to set the calculation to successful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDM_CALC_INST - IS-U: EDM Messages for Calculating Formula Instances

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Start background job to set the calculation to successful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDM_CALC_INST156 - Start background job to set the calculation to successful ?

  The SAP error message EEDM_CALC_INST156 typically indicates that a background job needs to be started to set a calculation instance to a successful state. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Data Management or Data Warehousing solutions, particularly when dealing with data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incomplete Calculation Instance: The calculation instance has not been completed successfully, possibly due to a failure in the data processing or transformation steps.
  Job Scheduling Issues: The background job that is responsible for completing the calculation instance has not been scheduled or has failed to run.
  Data Locking: There may be locks on the data that prevent the calculation from being completed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the data flow or process chain that need to be addressed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 to check the status of the background jobs. Look for any jobs related to the calculation instance that may have failed or are still running.
  
  
  
  Start the Background Job:
  
  If you find that the job has not been scheduled, you can manually start the job that is responsible for the calculation instance. This can often be done through the relevant transaction or process chain.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the logs for the failed job to identify any specific errors or issues that need to be addressed. This can provide insights into why the calculation instance did not complete successfully.
  
  
  
  Data Locking:
  
  Ensure that there are no locks on the data that could be preventing the calculation from completing. You can use transaction SM12 to check for and release any locks if necessary.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration of the data flow or process chain to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no missing components.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process Chain:
  
  If necessary, you may need to re-run the entire process chain that includes the calculation instance to ensure that all steps are executed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM12 (Lock Entries), and RSCUSTV10 (Process Chain Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP BW, SAP HANA) for best practices in managing background jobs and calculation instances.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.