How To Fix AU111 - Server group & cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Server group & cannot be used

What causes this issue?

You tried to distribute processing to several work processes via the
server group &V1&.
Processing was terminated, either because fewer than two work processes
are available or because connection to at least half of the work
processes was unsuccessful.

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?

Please check the server group to see if the specified servers are
active and have at least two work processes available for parallel
processing. You should also check the connection to these servers.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU111 - Server group & cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message AU111 indicates that a server group cannot be used, which typically arises in the context of SAP's application server configuration. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of AU111 Error
  
  
  Server Group Configuration Issues: The server group may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This could include missing or incorrect entries in the server group definition.
  
  
  Inactive Server Instances: If all the application servers in the server group are down or inactive, the server group will not be usable.
  
  
  Network Issues: Network connectivity problems can prevent the application server from communicating with the server group.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the server group.
  
  
  System Maintenance: The server group may be undergoing maintenance or updates, making it temporarily unavailable.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Server Group Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SMLG to check the configuration of the server group.
  Ensure that the server group is correctly defined and that all necessary application servers are included.
  
  
  
  Verify Server Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM51 to check the status of the application servers.
  Ensure that the servers in the group are up and running. If they are down, restart them.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Check network connections to ensure that there are no issues preventing access to the server group.
  Use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the server group.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user in transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check for Maintenance:
  
  Confirm if there is any scheduled maintenance or updates being performed on the server group.
  If so, wait until the maintenance is completed.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction code SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the AU111 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding server groups and application server configurations for best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.