How To Fix FMFEES005 - &1: Calculation and posting of fees are running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFEES - Fees

• Message number: 005

• Message text: &1: Calculation and posting of fees are running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFEES005 - &1: Calculation and posting of fees are running ?

  The SAP error message FMFEES005 typically indicates that there is an issue with the calculation and posting of fees in the Financial Management (FM) module. This error can occur when there is an attempt to process fee calculations while another process is already running, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: The most common cause of this error is that a fee calculation or posting process is already in progress. This can happen if multiple users or processes are trying to execute fee calculations simultaneously.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If one process has locked the relevant data for fee calculation, other processes will be unable to access it until the lock is released.
  Long-running Processes: If a previous fee calculation is taking longer than expected, it may block subsequent calculations from being initiated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If you encounter this error, the simplest solution is to wait for a few moments and then try to execute the fee calculation again. This allows any ongoing processes to complete.
  Check Running Processes: Use transaction codes like SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Work Process Overview) to check if there are any long-running processes related to fee calculations. If you identify a stuck process, you may need to terminate it, but this should be done with caution and ideally under the guidance of your SAP Basis team.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional information that might indicate why the fee calculation is stuck or taking too long.
  System Performance: Ensure that the system is performing optimally. Sometimes, performance issues can lead to longer processing times, causing locks to persist longer than usual.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes and documentation related to the FM module for any known issues or patches that might address this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to the FMFEES005 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FMAVCR01: For checking budget consumption.
  FMFEES: For managing fee calculations.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform fee calculations and postings.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.