1I856 - Start of transfer to FI on &1 at &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 856

• Message text: Start of transfer to FI on &1 at &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I856 - Start of transfer to FI on &1 at &2 ?

  The SAP error message 1I856 ("Start of transfer to FI on &1 at &2") typically indicates an issue related to the transfer of data from a module (like Controlling - CO) to Financial Accounting (FI). This error can occur during the posting of documents or during the transfer of data between these modules.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the integration between CO and FI.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders) may be missing or not properly maintained.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be allowed for the transfer to FI.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transfer.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as database locks, system performance issues, or other runtime errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in both CO and FI to ensure they are correctly set up for data transfer. This includes checking the settings in transaction codes like OKEQ (for CO) and OBY6 (for FI).
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is created and correctly maintained. Check for missing cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders.
  Review Document Types: Make sure that the document types being used are valid for the transfer to FI. You can check this in the configuration settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transfer. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Analyze Logs: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any detailed error messages or logs that can provide more context on the issue.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OKB9: Configuration for CO document types.
  OBY6: Configuration for FI document types.
  SLG1: Application log for error analysis.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the integration of CO and FI for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 1I856 in your SAP system.