How To Fix 14417 - No ABAP session exists; check if user was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 14 - Task handler messages

• Message number: 417

• Message text: No ABAP session exists; check if user was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 14417 - No ABAP session exists; check if user was deleted ?

  The SAP error message "14417 No ABAP session exists; check if user was deleted" typically indicates that the system is unable to find an active ABAP session for the user attempting to perform an action. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause can help in finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  User Deletion: The user account may have been deleted or locked in the SAP system.
  Session Timeout: The user's session may have timed out due to inactivity.
  User Not Logged In: The user may not be logged into the system at the time the action is attempted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, leading to session termination.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings that prevent the session from being established.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 and enter the username to check if the user exists and is active. If the user is locked or deleted, you will need to unlock or recreate the user.
  
  
  
  Re-login:
  
  If the session has timed out, ask the user to log out and log back into the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Session Management:
  
  If the issue persists, check the session management settings in the system. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Restart the Application:
  
  In some cases, restarting the application or the SAP GUI can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  SM37: Job Monitoring (to check if any background jobs are failing due to user issues)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Management Best Practices: Regularly review user accounts and their statuses to prevent issues related to inactive or deleted users.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.