How To Fix 14034 - ABAP session was "captured"

14034 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 14 - Task handler messages

• Message number: 034

• Message text: ABAP session was "captured"

What causes this issue?

A new session could not be opened, because the current session is being
debugged.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 14034 - ABAP session was "captured" ?

  The SAP error message "14034 ABAP session was 'captured'" typically indicates that an ABAP session has been captured due to a specific condition, often related to performance issues or system constraints. This message is usually associated with the SAP system's ability to manage resources effectively.
  
  Cause:
  
  Resource Constraints: The system may be experiencing high load or resource constraints, leading to the capture of the session.
  Long-running Transactions: If an ABAP program or transaction takes too long to execute, the system may capture the session to prevent it from affecting overall system performance.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may lead to sessions being captured under specific conditions.
  Timeout Settings: The session may be captured due to timeout settings that are configured in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Analyze Performance: Check the performance of the ABAP program or transaction that triggered the error. Use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) or SM21 (System Log) to identify any underlying