How To Fix AU018 - 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: 018

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

What causes this issue?

One of the structures in BALTD or BALTB is not defined in your Data
Dictionary. These structures are required for the description of the
data records that were transferred in the legacy data transfer.

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?

Contact the SAP Hotline.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU018 - Processing termination (contact your system administrator) ?

  The SAP error message AU018, 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:
  
  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 program can lead to termination.
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction. This can be done by checking the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or SU53.
  Review the Dump: Use transaction ST22 to check for short dumps related to the error. This will provide detailed information about what caused the termination.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program to identify the exact point of failure. Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to analyze the code.
  Check System Logs: Use transaction SM21 to review the system logs for any related errors or warnings that occurred around the same time as the termination.
  Database Checks: Ensure that the database is functioning correctly. Check for locks or connectivity issues that might be affecting the program.
  Memory Settings: Review the memory settings in the SAP system. You may need to adjust the parameters in the instance profile.
  Transport Consistency: If the program was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects and dependencies are present in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address the specific error or provide patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific transaction or program to ensure that it is being used correctly.
  
  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.