How To Fix /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING318 - Failed to restart messages &1

/AIF/ERROR_HANDLING318 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING -

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Failed to restart messages &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING318 - Failed to restart messages &1 ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING318 Failed to restart messages &1 typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is an issue with restarting messages that have previously failed during processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or system-related problems.
  Causes:
  
  Message Status: The message you are trying to restart may not be in a state that allows it to be restarted. For example, it might already be processed or marked as permanently failed.
  Data Issues: The data associated with the message may have inconsistencies or errors that prevent it from being processed successfully upon restart.
  Configuration Problems: There may be issues with the AIF configuration that affect how messages are handled and restarted.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues, such as database locks or connectivity problems, that prevent the message from being restarted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message Status: Verify the status of the message