How To Fix EI865 - Error in preparing data for a collective change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 865

• Message text: Error in preparing data for a collective change

What causes this issue?

Errors occured during data formatting for the mass change in the
material master.

System Response

The system cancelled processing.

How to fix this error?

The following reasons could have caused the cancellation:
- In the "Plant data for material" table MARC, the system could not
select any data.

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI865 - Error in preparing data for a collective change ?

  The SAP error message EI865, which states "Error in preparing data for a collective change," typically occurs during processes that involve collective changes to data, such as mass updates or batch processing in SAP systems. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, missing required fields, or issues with the underlying logic of the program being executed.
  Causes of EI865 Error
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or invalid entries that prevent the system from executing the collective change.
  
  
  Missing Required Fields: Certain fields that are mandatory for the operation may be missing or not filled out correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the collective change.
  
  
  Program Logic Errors: There may be issues in the custom code or standard program logic that is being executed, leading to errors in data preparation.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the relevant modules can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions to EI865 Error
  
  
  Check Data Validity: Review the data being processed for any inconsistencies or invalid entries. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the data preparation phase.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the collective change. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the program to identify where the error occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact cause of the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or program you are using. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including transaction codes, data being processed, and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes related to mass changes, such as MM17 (Mass Change of Material Master) or similar.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message EI865 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and found solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EI865 error in your SAP system.