How To Fix 29822 - Session name & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 822

• Message text: Session name & not defined

What causes this issue?

You want to copy BOM data from a sequential file to your SAP System.
Name &V1& is not defined for the batch input session.

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?

Contact the person who wrote the transfer program for your company.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29822 - Session name & not defined ?

  The SAP error message "29822 Session name & not defined" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a batch input session that has not been properly defined or does not exist in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, particularly when dealing with batch input sessions in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Session Name Not Defined: The session name specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the session name when trying to execute or process it.
  Session Deletion: The session may have been deleted or not created successfully.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the session.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Session Name: Verify that the session name you are trying to use is correct. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Create Session: If the session does not exist, you may need to create it again. This can be done through the appropriate transaction (e.g., using transaction SM35 to manage batch input sessions).
  Review Session Status: Use transaction SM35 to check the status of the session. Ensure that it is in a state that allows processing (e.g., not deleted or processed).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and process the session. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the session creation process, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to create and manage batch input sessions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM35: Manage Batch Input Sessions
  SE37: Function Module for Batch Input
  SHDB: Transaction Recorder for creating batch input sessions
  
  
  Batch Input Process: Understand the batch input process in SAP, which involves creating a session that contains data for processing transactions in bulk.
  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.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.