How To Fix FKK_EBS115 - Contract item &1 could not be found in the VBKD table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Contract item &1 could not be found in the VBKD table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_EBS115 - Contract item &1 could not be found in the VBKD table ?

  The SAP error message FKK_EBS115 indicates that a contract item specified in the system could not be found in the VBKD table, which is related to sales document data. This error typically occurs in the context of contract management or billing processes, particularly when dealing with electronic bank statement processing or contract-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Contract Item: The specified contract item does not exist in the VBKD table. This could be due to:
  
  The contract item was deleted or not created properly.
  The contract item is not yet saved in the system.
  There is a mismatch in the contract item number being referenced.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect references or missing entries in related tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to handle the specific contract or billing scenario.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Contract Item: Check if the contract item exists in the VBKD table. You can do this by executing a query on the VBKD table using transaction SE11 or SE16N. Ensure that the contract item number you are referencing is correct.
  
  
  Check for Deletions: If the contract item was deleted, you may need to recreate it or adjust your process to handle the absence of that item.
  
  
  Review Data Entry: Ensure that the data being entered or processed is accurate and complete. Check for any typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages or warnings that could provide additional context.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to contract management and billing in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  VBKD Table: This table contains sales document data, including contract items. Understanding its structure and relationships with other tables (like VBAK for sales document headers) can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16N (Table Display), and SLG1 (Application Log) for further investigation.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FKK_EBS115 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.