How To Fix NI147 - Function f. subseq. bus volume update f. supplier bill. docs. deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NI - Document index processing

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Function f. subseq. bus volume update f. supplier bill. docs. deactivated

What causes this issue?

The subsequent update function for supplier billing documents for
<DS:GLOS.3526C095AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>subsequent settlement</> is
not active in this client.
It was deactivated in Customizing.

System Response

The requested function was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator to activate the function.

Procedure for System Administrators

If necessary, activate the function.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

<DS:TRAN.WMN9>Set Up Subsequent Settlement Control Table</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NI147 - Function f. subseq. bus volume update f. supplier bill. docs. deactivated ?

  The SAP error message NI147 indicates that the function for updating subsequent business volume related to supplier billing documents has been deactivated. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's handling of invoice verification and related processes.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivation of Functionality: The specific function for updating subsequent business volume may have been intentionally deactivated in the system configuration. This can happen due to business process changes or system settings that restrict certain functionalities.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the execution of this function. This could be due to settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Materials Management (MM) modules.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the function, leading to the error message being displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in SPRO) and verify if the function for updating subsequent business volume is indeed deactivated. If it is, you may need to activate it based on your business requirements.
  Look for settings related to invoice verification and subsequent business volume updates.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message NI147. There may be additional insights or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking configurations and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on the version of SAP you are using and any known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  MIRO: Invoice Verification
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error NI147 in the SAP Support Portal. These notes may contain patches or updates that address the issue.
  
  
  Business Process Impact: Understand how this error impacts your business processes, particularly in the areas of procurement and finance, to assess the urgency of resolving the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the NI147 error and implement a solution to resolve it.