How To Fix BF00404 - System error: Termination in routine & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BF00 - FI: Application base reports

• Message number: 404

• Message text: System error: Termination in routine & & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BF00404 - System error: Termination in routine & & & & ?

  The SAP error message BF00404, which indicates a "System error: Termination in routine & & & &," typically points to an issue within the SAP system that has caused a program or routine to terminate unexpectedly. This error can arise from various underlying causes, including:
  Causes:
  
  Coding Errors: There may be bugs or issues in the ABAP code that lead to unexpected behavior.
  Data Issues: Corrupted or inconsistent data in the database can trigger this error during processing.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to failures in specific routines.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or other system resources can cause routines to fail.
  Transport Issues: Problems during the transport of objects from one system to another can lead to inconsistencies.
  Version Compatibility: Incompatibilities between different versions of SAP components or add-ons can also lead to such errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Dump Analysis: Use transaction code ST22 to analyze the short dump associated with the error. This will provide detailed information about the error, including the program and line number where the termination occurred.
  Review the Code: If the error is related to custom ABAP code, review the relevant routines for any logical errors or exceptions that are not being handled properly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure there are no corrupt entries. Transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) can be used to check table structures.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings related to the process that triggered the error. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources using transaction codes like SM50 (Process Overview) and ST06 (Operating System Monitor) to check for any resource bottlenecks.
  Transport Logs: If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport logs for any issues that may have arisen during the transport process.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address the specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM21 (System Log), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the components involved.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices in error handling and debugging in ABAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the BF00404 error and implement a suitable solution.