How To Fix FR289 - A breakdown is already running for company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 289

• Message text: A breakdown is already running for company code &

What causes this issue?

A breakdown run is already active in company code &V1&:
Start date &V2&, Start time &V3&, User &V4&.

System Response

Two breakdown runs can be executed at the same time.

How to fix this error?

Exclude company code &V1& from the selection.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR289 - A breakdown is already running for company code & ?

  The SAP error message FR289 indicates that a breakdown is already in progress for the specified company code. This error typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or maintenance management when trying to initiate a new breakdown process while another one is already active.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Breakdown Process: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an active breakdown for the specified company code. This could be due to a previous breakdown not being completed or closed properly.
  System Locking: The system may have a locking mechanism that prevents multiple breakdowns from being processed simultaneously for the same company code.
  User Error: A user may have inadvertently attempted to start a new breakdown without realizing that one is already in progress.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active Breakdowns: 
  
  Use transaction codes like IW38 (for maintenance orders) or AW01N (for asset accounting) to check if there are any active breakdowns for the specified company code.
  Review the list of active breakdowns and identify if there is one that needs to be completed or closed.
  
  
  
  Complete or Close Existing Breakdown:
  
  If you find an active breakdown that is no longer needed, complete or close it properly to free up the company code for new breakdowns.
  Ensure that all necessary documentation and processes related to the existing breakdown are finalized.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the status of the existing breakdown, consult with colleagues or team members who may have more information about the ongoing processes.
  
  
  System Administrator: If you cannot find any active breakdowns but still receive the error, it may be necessary to contact your SAP system administrator. They can check for any system locks or issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are patches or updates that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Maintenance Order), IW32 (Change Maintenance Order), and IW38 (Display Maintenance Orders).
  Documentation: Ensure that you have access to the necessary documentation regarding breakdown processes in your organization, as this can provide guidance on how to handle breakdowns effectively.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training for users on how to manage breakdowns and understand the system's locking mechanisms.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR289 error and continue with your breakdown processes in SAP.