How To Fix AU014 - 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: 014

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

What causes this issue?

For asset &V1& - &V2&, there are no valid entries for the depreciation
terms takeover area &V3& starting from &V4&.

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?

Have you defined an existing depreciation area for taking over
depreciation terms?
Check your specifications in FI-AA Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU014 - Processing termination (contact your system administrator) ?

  The SAP error message AU014, 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’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction or program.
  Program Errors: There may be bugs or issues in the ABAP code of the program being executed.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to processing terminations.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can cause the program to terminate unexpectedly.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory allocation for the SAP instance can lead to processing failures.
  Transport Issues: If the program or transaction was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured in the target environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction or program. This can be done using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Review the Dump:
  
  Use transaction code ST22 to check for short dumps related to the error. The dump analysis can provide insights into what caused the termination.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the error occurs. Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to access the program and set breakpoints.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction SM21 to review the system logs for any related error messages or warnings that occurred around the same time as the termination.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Ensure that the system configuration is correct and that all necessary settings are in place. This may involve checking transaction codes like SPRO for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Database Checks:
  
  Check for any database locks or issues using transaction SM12 (for locks) and SM21 (for logs). Ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Memory Settings:
  
  Review the memory settings of the SAP instance. You may need to adjust the parameters in the instance profile to allocate more memory.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects and configurations were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the AU014 error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific transaction or program to understand its requirements and dependencies.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or contact SAP support for further assistance.