How To Fix 64638 - Internal error in program: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Internal error in program: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64638 - Internal error in program: & ?

  The SAP error message 64638, which indicates "Internal error in program: &", typically points to an unexpected issue within the SAP system that is not directly related to user input or configuration. This error can arise from various underlying causes, including:
  Causes:
  
  Program Bugs: There may be a bug in the ABAP program or transaction that is being executed.
  Data Inconsistencies: Corrupted or inconsistent data in the database can lead to unexpected behavior.
  System Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the system settings or parameters can trigger internal errors.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory or resources allocated to the SAP system can cause internal errors.
  Transport Issues: Problems with transport requests or changes that have not been properly imported can lead to errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that address this specific error. SAP frequently releases patches and updates that may resolve known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP debugger, you can try to debug the program to identify the exact point of failure.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data tables to ensure there are no corrupt entries.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for more detailed information about the error.
  Transaction Codes: If the error occurs in a specific transaction, try to replicate the issue in a different environment (like a development or test system) to see if it is environment-specific.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error details, including the program name and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ST22: For analyzing short dumps.
  SM21: For checking system logs.
  SE80: For accessing the Object Navigator to check the program.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to your version of SAP and the specific error message.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and resource usage to ensure that the system is not running out of memory or other resources.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the internal error indicated by message 64638.