How To Fix 25184 - An error has occurred in a USER exit

25184 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 25 - DDS: document distribution (DMS)

• Message number: 184

• Message text: An error has occurred in a USER exit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25184 - An error has occurred in a USER exit ?

  The SAP error message 25184, which states "An error has occurred in a USER exit," typically indicates that there is an issue with a user exit function module that is being called during the execution of a transaction or process. User exits are custom enhancements that allow developers to add their own functionality to standard SAP programs without modifying the original code.
  Causes:
  
  Coding Errors: There may be bugs or logical errors in the custom code written in the user exit.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not meet the expected format or constraints, leading to runtime errors.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the user exit or related components can lead to failures.
  Missing Dependencies: The user exit may rely on other function modules or programs that are not available or not functioning correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the user exit.
  
  Solutions:
  
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