How To Fix AU012 - Processing termination (contact your system administrator)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Processing termination (contact your system administrator)

What causes this issue?

Fiscal year variant &V1& of company code &V2& is not defined or is no
longer defined.

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?

Correct your system in FI Customizing by doing one of the following:
Define the fiscal year variant (again).
Correct the fiscal year variant of the company code.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU012 - Processing termination (contact your system administrator) ?

  The SAP error message AU012, which indicates "Processing termination (contact your system administrator)," typically arises during the execution of a program or transaction in the SAP system. This error can be caused by various factors, and resolving it often requires a systematic approach. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Program Errors: There may be bugs or issues in the ABAP code of the program being executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction or access certain data.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can lead to processing terminations.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory allocation for the SAP instance can cause the program to terminate unexpectedly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to unexpected behavior.
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Dump Analysis: Use transaction code ST22 to analyze the short dump generated by the error. This will provide detailed information about the error, including the program name, line number, and error type.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction. Use transaction SU53 to check for authorization failures.
  Check System Logs: Use transaction SM21 to review the system logs for any related error messages or warnings that could provide additional context.
  Memory Configuration: If memory issues are suspected, consider increasing the memory allocation for the SAP instance. This can be done in the instance profile.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify the exact point of failure.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue is related to database or system configuration, consult with your SAP Basis team for further investigation and resolution.
  Re-transport Objects: If the issue is related to a transport, consider re-transporting the objects or checking for missing dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ST22: Short Dump Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SE80: Object Navigator (for debugging ABAP code)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address the specific error or provide patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on error handling and debugging in SAP systems.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the problem to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.