How To Fix FKK_EBS153 - Parallel processing object and/or variant not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Parallel processing object and/or variant not maintained

What causes this issue?

When a mass activity to be run in parallel is to be started, a parallel
processing object as well as a parallelization variant needs to entered.
This information is required for creating intervals. In the present
instance, either the parallel processing object or the parallelization
variant was not maintained.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

For immediate start:
Copy the present mass run and select a different ID.
Maintain the parallelization variant.
Start the new mass run.
To create a new variant, choose the <LS>Maintain Variants</> pushbutton.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_EBS153 - Parallel processing object and/or variant not maintained ?

  The SAP error message FKK_EBS153 typically occurs in the context of Electronic Bank Statement (EBS) processing, particularly when dealing with parallel processing. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary parallel processing object or variant that is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The parallel processing object or variant has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the parallel processing might be incorrectly configured or not aligned with the current processing requirements.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the parallel processing object or variant.
  System Issues: There may be a temporary issue with the SAP system that is preventing the processing from being completed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKK_EBS153 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Electronic Bank Statement processing in SAP.
  Ensure that the parallel processing object and variant are correctly defined and maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Variants:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OBPM1 (for maintaining variants) or the relevant transaction for your specific EBS processing.
  Create or adjust the necessary variants for the parallel processing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the parallel processing object and variant.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the configuration and authorizations are correct, check for any system issues or errors in the SAP system logs.
  You may also want to restart the relevant background jobs or processes if they are stuck.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Electronic Bank Statement processing for any specific instructions or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if the issue is related to a known bug.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FF_5 (for EBS processing) and OBPM1 (for maintaining variants).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FKK_EBS153 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Electronic Bank Statement processing and parallel processing configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FKK_EBS153 error in your SAP system.