How To Fix /SMB/FKCHK121 - Duration of Data Preparation before saving is &1 sec

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/FKCHK -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Duration of Data Preparation before saving is &1 sec

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK121 - Duration of Data Preparation before saving is &1 sec ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK121 Duration of Data Preparation before saving is &1 sec typically indicates that the data preparation process before saving a document (such as a financial document) is taking longer than expected. This can be a performance issue that may arise due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  High Volume of Data: If you are processing a large volume of data, it may take longer to prepare the data for saving.
  System Performance: The overall performance of the SAP system may be degraded due to high CPU usage, memory issues, or other resource constraints.
  Database Performance: Slow database performance can also lead to delays in data preparation. This could be due to locking issues, inefficient queries, or lack of database optimization.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs, user exits, or enhancements that are executed during the data preparation phase, they may be causing delays.
  Network Latency: If the SAP system is accessed over a network, latency issues can also contribute to longer processing times.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Performance Monitoring: Use transaction codes like ST03N, ST22, or SM66 to monitor system performance and identify bottlenecks.
  Database Optimization: Check for database performance issues. This may involve analyzing slow-running queries, checking for locks, or optimizing database indexes.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or user exits, review the code for efficiency and performance. Consider optimizing or refactoring the code if necessary.
  Batch Processing: If applicable, consider processing data in smaller batches to reduce the load during the data preparation phase.
  System Resources: Ensure that the SAP system has adequate resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to handle the workload. Consider scaling up resources if necessary.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address performance issues related to the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes for performance monitoring (e.g., ST03N for workload analysis, SM50 for process overview).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and significantly impacts business processes, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to mitigate the performance issue indicated by the error message.