How To Fix FR397 - Posting via batch input session not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Posting via batch input session not allowed

What causes this issue?

You would like to put the postings generated into a batch input
session. This is, however, only allowed if you do not carry out a
correction run or a "valuation reflected in the balance sheet".

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR397 - Posting via batch input session not allowed ?

  The SAP error message FR397 ("Posting via batch input session not allowed") typically occurs when you attempt to post data using a batch input session in a context where it is not permitted. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when certain configurations or settings are not aligned with the batch input process.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to disallow batch input sessions for specific transaction codes or processes.
  User Authorizations: The user executing the batch input may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the posting.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may not support batch input due to their nature (e.g., they may require real-time processing).
  System Settings: The system may be set up to restrict batch input sessions during certain times or under certain conditions (e.g., during month-end closing).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the transaction you are trying to post. Ensure that batch input is allowed for that transaction.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute batch input sessions. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Use Alternative Methods: If batch input is not allowed, consider using other methods for data posting, such as direct input methods, BAPIs, or IDocs, which may be more suitable for the transaction.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific transaction codes to understand their limitations regarding batch input.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Input Sessions: These are used in SAP to automate data entry processes by simulating user input. They are typically created using transaction codes like SHDB (Batch Input Recorder).
  Transaction Codes: Some transaction codes may have specific settings that restrict batch input. It's essential to check the transaction's documentation.
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to batch input include S_TCODE (Transaction Codes) and S_USER_AUTH (User Authorizations).
  
  By addressing the potential causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the FR397 error and successfully post your data.