How To Fix ABI026 - System error: please solve system error and start XPRA again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABI - Auto-ID Backend Integration Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: System error: please solve system error and start XPRA again

What causes this issue?

A serious error occurred during XPRA execution.

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?

Try running XPRA again to solve system errors such as SQL errors and
system resource errors.
Look at the dumps in ABAP runtime errors (transaction ST22) for more
information on what happened and how to solve the problem.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABI026 - System error: please solve system error and start XPRA again ?

  The SAP error message ABI026, which states "System error: please solve system error and start XPRA again," typically indicates that there is a problem with the execution of an XPRA (eXtended Program Run) program in the SAP system. XPRA programs are used for various tasks, including data migration, system upgrades, and other background processing tasks.
  Causes:
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system that prevent the XPRA from executing properly.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as connectivity issues or corruption, can lead to this error.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the XPRA may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Locked Objects: If the XPRA is trying to access locked database objects, it may fail.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory or resources on the application server can lead to system errors.
  Transport Issues: If the XPRA is part of a transport request, issues with the transport can cause failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace files (transaction ST22) for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into the root cause.
  Check XPRA Status: Use transaction SXPRA to check the status of the XPRA and see if it has been executed previously or if there are any issues reported.
  Restart the XPRA: Sometimes, simply restarting the XPRA can resolve transient issues. Ensure that you have resolved any underlying issues before doing this.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the XPRA has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Database Consistency Check: Run database consistency checks to ensure that there are no issues with the database.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) to ensure that the system is not under heavy load.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if the error is not clear from the logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SXPRA (XPRA Management).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to XPRA programs and their execution to understand the context and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ABI026 error in your SAP system.