How To Fix IST_EBS166 - Close reconciliation key &1 manually! Call up test reports

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Close reconciliation key &1 manually! Call up test reports

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while closing a reconciliation key.
This indicates a serious problem.

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?

You must close the reconciliation key manually.
You should also call the test report RFKKABS1. If this report
encounters any problems, you should also call RFKKABS2.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IST_EBS166 - Close reconciliation key &1 manually! Call up test reports ?

  The SAP error message IST_EBS166 "Close reconciliation key &1 manually! Call up test reports" typically occurs in the context of Electronic Bank Statement (EBS) processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the reconciliation key that needs to be addressed manually before proceeding with further processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Reconciliation: The reconciliation key mentioned in the error message has not been fully processed or closed. This could be due to missing transactions or discrepancies in the bank statement.
  Manual Intervention Required: The system requires manual intervention to resolve issues related to the reconciliation key, which may involve reviewing transactions or correcting discrepancies.
  Test Reports: The message suggests that there are test reports available that can help identify the issues with the reconciliation key.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Test Reports: Access the test reports related to the reconciliation key. These reports can provide insights into what transactions are causing the issue and what needs to be corrected.
  Manually Close the Reconciliation Key: Follow the necessary steps to manually close the reconciliation key. This may involve:
  
  Checking for any unmatched transactions.
  Ensuring that all relevant transactions have been posted correctly.
  Making any necessary adjustments to the transactions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to handle reconciliation keys in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FF67 (for manual bank statement processing) and FF.5 (for electronic bank statement processing).
  Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings for Electronic Bank Statement processing are correctly set up in your SAP system.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions on the reconciliation key.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message IST_EBS166 and successfully close the reconciliation key.