How To Fix A4004 - Internal error

A4004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: A4 - Audit Information System

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Internal error

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message A4004 - Internal error ?

  The SAP error message A4004, which indicates an "Internal error," can be somewhat vague, as it does not provide specific details about the underlying issue. However, it typically suggests that there is a problem within the SAP system that needs to be addressed. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the SAP system settings can lead to internal errors.
  Data Inconsistencies: Corrupted or inconsistent data in the database can trigger internal errors.
  Program Errors: Bugs or issues in custom ABAP programs or standard SAP programs can cause this error.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory allocation or resource constraints on the application server can lead to internal errors.
  Transport Issues: Problems during the transport of objects between systems can result in inconsistencies that trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for any related error messages