How To Fix IST_EBS156 - Parallelization variant could not be updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Parallelization variant could not be updated

What causes this issue?

When you start a parallel mass activity, you must enter a parallel
processing object and a parallel processing variant. This information
is required to create intervals.
In this case, the system could not create any intervals because the
FKK_DI_VARIANT_REFRESH function module encountered an unexpected error.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IST_EBS156 - Parallelization variant could not be updated ?

  The SAP error message IST_EBS156, which states "Parallelization variant could not be updated," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Bank Statement (EBS) processing. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the configuration or data integrity within the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The parallelization variant may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the EBS configuration.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to update the parallelization variant.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data being processed, which can prevent the update from occurring.
  System Locking: If another process is currently using the parallelization variant, it may be locked, preventing updates.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system bugs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the Electronic Bank Statement processing. Ensure that the parallelization variant is correctly defined and active.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., OBBA for EBS configuration) and verify the settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to update the parallelization variant. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or errors. This may involve checking the bank statement data and ensuring it aligns with the expected format.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the parallelization variant. If another user or process is holding a lock, you may need to wait or resolve that issue.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Electronic Bank Statement processing to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.