How To Fix FQM077 - Parallel processing: Error when starting task for company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQM - Financial Quantity Management Message Class

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Parallel processing: Error when starting task for company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQM077 - Parallel processing: Error when starting task for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FQM077 indicates that there was an issue when attempting to start a parallel processing task for a specific company code. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or processes that involve multiple company codes, such as during the execution of financial reports, closing activities, or batch jobs.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the parallel processing settings for the company code.
  System Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (e.g., memory, CPU) which can prevent new tasks from being initiated.
  Locking Issues: If another process is currently using the same resources or data, it may lead to a lock situation, preventing the new task from starting.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the task may not have the necessary authorizations to start parallel processing for the specified company code.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the background job processing or issues with the application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for parallel processing in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code SPRO for configuration settings). Ensure that the settings are correctly defined for the company code in question.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction codes like SM50 or SM66 to monitor the system's workload and check for any resource bottlenecks. If the system is overloaded, consider scheduling the task during off-peak hours.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks that may be preventing the task from starting. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you may release them (with caution).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the task. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to review the status of background jobs. Look for any failed jobs that may provide additional context or error messages.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for any related error messages that could provide more insight into the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM50, SM66, SM12, SM37, and SLG1 for monitoring and troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to parallel processing and financial transactions for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FQM077 error and implement a suitable solution.