How To Fix IST_EBS111 - No control lines were found for document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IST_EBS - Interface Between IS-T and External Billing System

• Message number: 111

• Message text: No control lines were found for document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IST_EBS111 - No control lines were found for document &1 ?

  The SAP error message IST_EBS111, which states "No control lines were found for document &1," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Bank Statement (EBS) processing. This error indicates that the system could not find any control lines associated with the specified document number. Control lines are essential for the reconciliation process, as they help in matching bank statement entries with the corresponding accounting entries in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Control Lines: The most common cause is that the control lines for the specified document have not been created or are missing.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number provided in the error message may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Electronic Bank Statement processing, such as incorrect settings in the bank statement processing configuration.
  Data Import Issues: If the bank statement data was imported incorrectly or incompletely, it may lead to missing control lines.
  Timing Issues: The document may not have been processed yet, or the control lines may not have been generated due to timing issues in the processing sequence.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Number: Verify that the document number provided in the error message is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Control Lines: Check if control lines have been created for the document. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code FEBAN for bank statement processing) and reviewing the control lines.
  Reprocess the Bank Statement: If control lines are missing, you may need to reprocess the bank statement. This can be done by re-importing the bank statement file or executing the relevant transaction to process the statement again.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for Electronic Bank Statement processing in SAP. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured, including the mapping of bank statement formats and the assignment of accounts.
  Check for Errors in Import: If the bank statement was imported, check for any errors during the import process that may have caused control lines to be skipped or not created.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling Electronic Bank Statement errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FEBAN (for processing bank statements) and FF_5 (for importing bank statements).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message IST_EBS111.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.