How To Fix FINS_FI_MASS_DATA156 - Action was only partially executed

FINS_FI_MASS_DATA156 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_MASS_DATA - Mass Data Handling

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Action was only partially executed

What causes this issue?

Your selection contains some error messages that occurred only in
unfinished work packages.

System Response

The system sets only those errors to status completed, which occurred in
finished work packages with status <LS>Issues Found</>. Error messages
that occured only for unfinished, failed or cancelled work packages were
not set to accepted.

How to fix this error?

In order to finish such work packages, find out what the root cause of
the issue is, correct the errors, and start the mass data activity
again.

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.

FINS_FI_MASS_DATA156 - Details

• The SAP error message FINS_FI_MASS_DATA156 with the description "Action was only partially executed" typically occurs during mass data processing in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error indicates that while the system attempted to execute a mass data operation (such as posting, changing, or deleting financial documents), it was only partially successful. This can happen for various reasons, including data inconsistencies, missing required fields, or issues with specific records.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: Some records may have invalid or inconsistent data that prevents the operation from being completed successfully.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields may not be filled in for some records, leading to partial execution.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on all records.
  System Errors: Technical issues or system errors can also lead to partial execution.
  Locking Issues: If some records are locked by other processes, the operation may not be able to complete for those