How To Fix FCC1804 - Update of items started.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCC1 - Messages in Financial Closing Cockpit

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Update of items started.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCC1804 - Update of items started. ?

  The SAP error message FCC1804, which states "Update of items started," typically indicates that there is an issue related to the processing of financial documents or transactions in the SAP system. This message is often associated with the Financial Closing Cockpit (FCC) or other financial processes where updates to items are being attempted.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Concurrency Issues: Multiple processes may be trying to update the same items simultaneously, leading to conflicts.
  Locking Issues: The items being updated may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the current update from proceeding.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that are preventing the update from completing successfully.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the financial modules or the FCC could lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the update.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the items being updated. If locks are found, you may need to wait for the other processes to complete or resolve the locks.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what is causing the issue.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the financial data to ensure there are no discrepancies. This can often be done using transaction codes like FAGL_CHECK or similar.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the Financial Closing Cockpit and related modules to ensure they are set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user attempting the update has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Retry the Update: If the issue was temporary (e.g., due to a lock), retrying the update after some time may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FCC1804 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Financial Closing Cockpit and related financial processes to understand the expected behavior and configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.