How To Fix FKK_EBS011 - Error determining field for invoice number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_EBS - Interface between FI-CA and External Billing System

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Error determining field for invoice number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_EBS011 - Error determining field for invoice number ?

  The SAP error message FKK_EBS011 indicates that there is an issue with determining the field for the invoice number in the context of Electronic Bank Statement (EBS) processing. This error typically arises during the processing of incoming bank statements when the system is unable to map the invoice number correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The mapping of fields in the EBS configuration may not be set up correctly. This can happen if the field for the invoice number is not defined in the bank statement format.
  Missing Data: The incoming bank statement may not contain the expected data or may have an incorrect format that does not match the configuration in SAP.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the EBS processing, they may not be handling the invoice number correctly.
  Incorrect Bank Statement Format: The format of the bank statement file being processed may not align with the expected format defined in SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check EBS Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Electronic Bank Statement (Transaction code: OBPM1 or OBPM2) and verify that the mapping for the invoice number field is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the field for the invoice number is included in the bank statement format.
  
  
  
  Validate Incoming Bank Statement:
  
  Review the incoming bank statement file to ensure that it contains the necessary fields and that the invoice number is present and correctly formatted.
  If the file is generated by a bank, check with the bank to ensure that the format is correct.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or modifications related to EBS processing, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the invoice number field.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  Create a test bank statement with known values for the invoice number and see if the error persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the incoming data or the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow during the EBS processing to identify where the error occurs and why the field cannot be determined.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to EBS configuration and processing, such as OBPM1, OBPM2, FF67 (for manual bank statement processing), and FF.5 (for automatic bank statement processing).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Electronic Bank Statement processing for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FKK_EBS011 error and implement a solution to resolve it.