How To Fix FQM_CORE108 - Batch &1 has started.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQM_CORE - Financial Quantity Management: Core Messages

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Batch &1 has started.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQM_CORE108 - Batch &1 has started. ?

  The SAP error message FQM_CORE108 typically indicates that a batch process has already started for a specific batch number (denoted as &1 in the message). This error is often encountered in the context of financial or logistics processes where batch processing is involved.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A batch job is already running for the specified batch number.
  There may be an attempt to start the same batch process again, which is not allowed while the first instance is still active.
  There could be a system or configuration issue that is causing the batch to be incorrectly flagged as running.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FQM_CORE108 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Batch Status:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of the batch job. Look for the specific batch number and see if it is still running or if it has completed.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the batch job is still running, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting to start it again.
  
  
  
  Terminate the Job:
  
  If the job is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate it. This can be done in SM37 by selecting the job and choosing the option to cancel it.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the job logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the job is taking longer than expected or why it is still running.
  
  
  
  Check for Duplicate Processes:
  
  Ensure that there are no other processes or users trying to start the same batch job simultaneously.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 for job monitoring, SM21 for system logs, and ST22 for dump analysis.
  Batch Management: Understanding how batch management works in your specific SAP module can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FQM_CORE108 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.