How To Fix FKK_EBS195 - A mass run is already defined for user key &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 195

• Message text: A mass run is already defined for user key &1

What causes this issue?

A mass run is already stored for the key you are using.

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?

If this error is issued when the function module
<LS>FKK_EBS_EXT_START_MASS_ACT</> is called, then you have to
enter a new run
ID body because this body is forms part of the user key that is created
automatically.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_EBS195 - A mass run is already defined for user key &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKK_EBS195 indicates that a mass run has already been defined for the specified user key. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module, particularly when dealing with electronic bank statement processing or mass processing of financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to create a new mass run using a user key that is already in use. This can happen if:
  
  A previous mass run is still in progress or has not been completed.
  The user key is being reused for a new mass run without the previous one being finalized or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Mass Runs:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., FPAYMT for payment processing) and check if there are any existing mass runs associated with the user key in question.
  If a mass run is still active, you may need to wait for it to complete or cancel it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Use a Different User Key:
  
  If the existing mass run is valid and should not be canceled, consider using a different user key for your new mass run.
  
  
  
  Delete or Finalize the Existing Mass Run:
  
  If the existing mass run is no longer needed, you can delete it or finalize it, allowing you to reuse the user key.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs and Documentation:
  
  Check the application logs for more details on the existing mass run and its status. This can provide insights into why the mass run is still active.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPAYMT (for payment processing) and FBL1N (for vendor line items) to manage mass runs effectively.
  User Keys: Understand the significance of user keys in your organization's processes to avoid conflicts in mass run definitions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to electronic bank statement processing and mass runs for additional context and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKK_EBS195 error and proceed with your mass run processing in SAP.