How To Fix C$478 - Rebooting program &1 after "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Rebooting program &1 after "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$478 - Rebooting program &1 after "&2" ?

  The SAP error message C$478, which states "Rebooting program &1 after "&2"," typically indicates that a program or transaction in SAP has encountered a critical error or issue that requires it to be restarted. This can happen for various reasons, including system resource issues, coding errors, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Memory Issues: The program may be consuming too much memory, leading to a crash.
  Timeouts: The program may have taken too long to execute, resulting in a timeout.
  Database Locking: If there are locks on the database that prevent the program from accessing necessary data, it may fail.
  Coding Errors: Bugs in the ABAP code or logic errors can lead to unexpected behavior.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the SAP system can lead to instability in certain programs.
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported from another system, it may not be compatible with the current environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dump analysis (transaction ST22) for more details on the error.
  Memory Management: Monitor and optimize memory usage. You may need to increase the memory allocation for the SAP instance.
  Review Code: If you have access to the ABAP code, review it for any potential issues or inefficiencies.
  Database Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for and resolve any database locks that may be affecting the program.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that all configurations are correct and that there are no discrepancies in the system settings.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate the transport and ensure all dependencies are met.
  Restart the Program: Sometimes, simply restarting the program or transaction can resolve transient issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance to identify potential bottlenecks before they lead to errors.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.