How To Fix B1162 - Changing the registry can interrupt the data transfer

B1162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Changing the registry can interrupt the data transfer

What causes this issue?

Changing the registry table

System Response

A change to the registry tables may cause IDocs in the target system
not to be posted or may even cause the whole message flow of an object
channel to stop.

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?

Always check the outbound/inbound registry statuses for BOTH logical
partners. Only change it if you are really certain. After changing it,
carry out a test with an IDoc, if possible.

Procedure for System Administrators

Changes are recorded in the system log. (Group: BD0)
<DS:TRAN.SM21>Goto syslog</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1162 - Changing the registry can interrupt the data transfer ?

  The SAP error message B1162, which states "Changing the registry can interrupt the data transfer," typically occurs in the context of SAP GUI or when using SAP BusinessObjects. This error is related to the Windows registry settings that are used by the SAP system for configuration and data transfer processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Registry Changes: The error is triggered when there are changes made to the Windows registry while a data transfer operation is in progress. This can happen if a user or an application modifies registry settings that are relevant to the SAP system.
  Concurrent Operations: If multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same registry settings simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts and interruptions in data transfer.
  System Instability: Changes to the registry can lead to instability in the SAP GUI or other SAP applications, causing them to behave unpredictably.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Avoid Registry Changes During Data Transfer: Ensure that no changes are