How To Fix 00642 - Error during initialization, session terminated

00642 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Error during initialization, session terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00642 - Error during initialization, session terminated ?

  The SAP error message "00642 Error during initialization, session terminated" typically indicates that there was a problem during the initialization phase of a session in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to initialization errors.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain transactions or data.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or other system resources can cause initialization failures.
  Corrupted User Profile: A corrupted user profile or settings can lead to session initialization errors.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity can interrupt the session initialization process.
  SAP Kernel Issues: Bugs or issues in the SAP kernel version being used can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error.
  Review Configuration