How To Fix FKK_EBS190 - Too few IDocs for processing; use a different variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Too few IDocs for processing; use a different variant

What causes this issue?

The number of intervals of the variant used is greater than the number
of IDocs to be processed. Processing is terminated to prevent the
variant from being destroyed.

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?

Check whether there are any IDocs to be processed. If so, use a variant
for which the number of intervals is smaller than or equal to the number
of IDocs to be processed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_EBS190 - Too few IDocs for processing; use a different variant ?

  The SAP error message FKK_EBS190 indicates that there are too few IDocs (Intermediate Documents) available for processing in the context of Electronic Bank Statement (EBS) processing. This error typically arises when the system expects a certain number of IDocs to be processed, but the actual number available is below that threshold.
  Cause:
  
  
  Insufficient IDocs: The primary cause of this error is that the system has not received enough IDocs for the processing variant you are using. This can happen if:
  
  The IDocs have not been generated or posted correctly.
  There is a filtering condition in the variant that limits the number of IDocs being processed.
  The IDocs are in an error state and cannot be processed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the EBS processing variant, leading to an expectation of more IDocs than are available.
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the IDocs are being processed in a batch job, there may be timing issues where the job is triggered before the IDocs are fully available.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to check the status of the IDocs. Ensure that the IDocs you expect to process are in a "green" status (i.e., they are ready for processing).
  
  
  Review Processing Variant: Go to the configuration of the EBS processing variant (transaction OBBA or FBZP) and check if there are any filters or conditions that might be limiting the number of IDocs being processed. Adjust the variant settings if necessary.
  
  
  Generate Missing IDocs: If IDocs are missing, investigate the source of the IDocs (e.g., bank statements) and ensure they are being generated and posted correctly.
  
  
  Run in Test Mode: If you are testing the processing, consider running the job in test mode to see if it processes the available IDocs without errors.
  
  
  Check for Errors: If there are IDocs in error status, you may need to resolve those errors before they can be processed. Use transaction WE19 to test and reprocess IDocs if necessary.
  
  
  Adjust Batch Job Timing: If the IDocs are being processed in a batch job, ensure that the job is scheduled to run after the IDocs are expected to be available.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02/WE05: Monitor IDocs.
  OBBA: Configuration for EBS processing.
  FBZP: Payment program configuration.
  WE19: Test and reprocess IDocs.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Electronic Bank Statement processing for detailed configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.