How To Fix 00330 - &, session not opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 330

• Message text: &, session not opened

What causes this issue?

Error creating a batch input session.

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?

Please eliminate the cause of the error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00330 - &, session not opened ?

  The SAP error message "00330: Session not opened" typically indicates that there is an issue with the session management in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Session Limit Exceeded: The user may have reached the maximum number of sessions allowed by the system configuration.
  Session Timeout: The session may have timed out due to inactivity.
  User Lock: The user account may be locked or inactive, preventing new sessions from being opened.
  System Configuration: There may be restrictions in the system configuration that limit session creation.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems can prevent the session from being established.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Session Limit:
  
  Verify the maximum number of sessions allowed for the user in the user profile settings. You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  If the limit is reached, consider closing some existing sessions or increasing the limit if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Log Out of Existing Sessions:
  
  If you have multiple sessions open, log out of some of them to free up space for new sessions.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  Ensure that the user account is not locked or inactive. You can check this in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Session Timeout Settings:
  
  Review the session timeout settings in the system profile parameters. You may need to adjust these settings if they are too restrictive.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues affecting your connection to the SAP system. Check your internet connection and any VPN settings if applicable.
  
  
  
  Restart SAP GUI:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP GUI can resolve temporary issues related to session management.
  
  
  
  Contact System Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP system administrator for further investigation. They can check system logs and configurations for any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SM21 (System Log), and SM50 (Work Process Overview) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to session management. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for session management and user administration for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the "00330: Session not opened" error and implement a suitable solution.