How To Fix IST_EBS190 - Too few IDocs for processing. Use a different variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Too few IDocs for processing. Use a different variant

What causes this issue?

In the variant you are using, the number of intervals is greater than
the number of IDocs to be processed. Processing was cancelled to
prevent the variant from being destroyed.

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?

Make sure that there are any IDocs that need to be processed. If there
are, use a variant in which the number of intervals is less than or
equal to the number of IDocs to be processed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IST_EBS190 - Too few IDocs for processing. Use a different variant ?

  The SAP error message IST_EBS190: Too few IDocs for processing. Use a different variant typically occurs in the context of Electronic Bank Statement (EBS) processing when the system expects a certain number of IDocs (Intermediate Documents) to be available for processing, but finds that there are not enough IDocs to meet the criteria defined in the variant being used.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient IDocs: The most common cause is that there are not enough IDocs in the system that match the selection criteria defined in the variant.
  Incorrect Variant Settings: The variant used for processing may have been configured incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between the expected and actual number of IDocs.
  IDoc Status: The IDocs may not be in the correct status for processing (e.g., they may be in an error status or not yet processed).
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined in the variant may be too restrictive, filtering out IDocs that should be processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Availability: Verify that there are enough IDocs available for processing. You can do this by checking the IDoc monitoring transaction (WE02 or WE05) to see the status and count of IDocs.
  Review Variant Settings: Go to the variant settings used for the EBS processing and ensure that the selection criteria are appropriate. Adjust the criteria if necessary to include more IDocs.
  Change the Variant: If the current variant is too restrictive, consider using a different variant that has broader selection criteria or create a new variant that meets your needs.
  Check IDoc Status: Ensure that the IDocs are in a processable status. If they are in error status, you may need to resolve the errors before they can be processed.
  Run in Background: If you are running the EBS processing in the background, ensure that the job is set up correctly and that it has the necessary authorizations to access the IDocs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like WE02, WE05 for IDoc monitoring, and FF_5 or FEBAN for Electronic Bank Statement processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Electronic Bank Statement processing for detailed information on how to configure variants and process IDocs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide updates and patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.