How To Fix 00406 - Active program could not be terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Active program could not be terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00406 - Active program could not be terminated ?

  The SAP error message "00406 Active program could not be terminated" typically occurs when there is an issue with terminating a program or transaction that is currently running in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, including system locks, background jobs, or other processes that are preventing the program from being terminated.
  Causes:
  
  Active Sessions: The program may have active sessions or transactions that are still running.
  Locks: There may be database locks or other resource locks that prevent the program from being terminated.
  Background Jobs: If the program is part of a background job, it may not be possible to terminate it until the job is completed.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to terminate the program may not have the necessary permissions to do so.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues that are causing the termination process to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM50 or SM66 to check for active processes and sessions. Identify if the program is still running and if it can be safely terminated.
  Release Locks: If there are locks preventing termination, you can use transaction SM12 to check for and release any locks that may be causing the issue.
  Terminate Background Jobs: If the program is part of a background job, check the job status using transaction SM37 and terminate the job if necessary.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to terminate the program. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Restart the SAP System: If the issue persists and is affecting multiple users or processes, consider restarting the SAP system as a last resort.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM50 (Process Overview), SM66 (Global Process Overview), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and resource usage to identify any bottlenecks that may be contributing to the issue.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.