How To Fix FKK_SCALE_OUT046 - A new variant is to be specified in parallelization object &1.

FKK_SCALE_OUT046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_SCALE_OUT - FI-CA: Partitioning

• Message number: 046

• Message text: A new variant is to be specified in parallelization object &1.

What causes this issue?

The parallelization object for parallel processing &V1& functions with
colocation groups. Since it is not possible to only work with one
interval ($MAXIMAL) since it would not be possible for this interval
assigned to a unique index server because it would of course contain all
data.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_SCALE_OUT046 - A new variant is to be specified in parallelization object &1. ?

  The SAP error message FKK_SCALE_OUT046 typically occurs in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module when there is an issue related to parallel processing of data. This error indicates that a new variant needs to be specified for a parallelization object, which is often related to the processing of large volumes of data.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Parallel Processing Configuration: The system is trying to execute a process in parallel, but it lacks the necessary configuration or variant to do so.
  Missing Variants: The required variant for the parallel processing task is not defined or is not available in the system.
  Data Volume: The volume of data being processed may exceed the limits set for a single processing run, necessitating the use of variants for efficient handling.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Parallel Processing Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to the