How To Fix FKK_EBS220 - Unable to determine the data of the billing system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Unable to determine the data of the billing system

trados = fi

What causes this issue?

From Release 6.00, you can only create intervals for IDoc interfaces
using the corresponding mass transactions.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Create the intervals using <LS>Variant Maintenance</> on the
<LS>Technical Settings</> tab page in the mass transaction. Note that an
entry is required in the <LS>External System</> field on the <LS>IDoc
Selection</> tab page.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_EBS220 - Unable to determine the data of the billing system ?

  The SAP error message FKK_EBS220: Unable to determine the data of the billing system typically occurs in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module, particularly when dealing with electronic bank statement processing or billing data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The billing system may not be properly configured in the system settings. This can happen if the necessary parameters for the billing system are not set up in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the billing system, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the billing system data.
  Integration Issues: If the billing system is integrated with other systems (like CRM or other SAP modules), there may be issues in the integration that prevent data retrieval.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as system downtime, network problems, or database issues that prevent the system from accessing the required data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the billing system in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  
  Transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods) or OBB2 (for account determination) can be useful.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify any missing or incorrect data. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view table entries.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the billing system data. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  Integration Review: If the billing system is integrated with other systems, check the integration settings and logs for any errors or issues that may be affecting data retrieval.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your technical support team or SAP support for further assistance. They can help diagnose any underlying technical issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the FI-CA module to understand the configuration and data flow related to billing systems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.