How To Fix BA381 - Program was started in production mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 381

• Message text: Program was started in production mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA381 - Program was started in production mode ?

  The SAP error message BA381 indicates that a program was started in production mode, which typically means that the program is not allowed to run in a production environment due to certain restrictions or settings. This is a safety feature in SAP to prevent untested or development programs from being executed in a live system, which could lead to data inconsistencies or system instability.
  Cause:
  
  Program Status: The program may be flagged as a development or test program and is not authorized to run in production mode.
  Transport Request: The program might not have been transported to the production environment properly or is still in a development state.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to execute the program may not have the necessary authorizations to run programs in production mode.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that restrict certain programs from being executed in production.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Attributes: Verify the attributes of the program in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE38). Ensure that it is marked for production use.
  Transport the Program: If the program is still in development, ensure that it is properly transported to the production environment using the appropriate transport request.
  User Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute programs in production mode. This can be done through transaction SU53 or by checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to review system settings and configurations that may be preventing the execution of the program in production mode.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program in a development or quality assurance environment to identify any issues before attempting to run it in production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding program execution in production environments and best practices for transporting and managing ABAP programs.
  
  If you continue to face issues, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.