How To Fix /CFG/ACTIVATION325 - Activation is stopped by external Stop request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/ACTIVATION -

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Activation is stopped by external Stop request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/ACTIVATION325 - Activation is stopped by external Stop request ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/ACTIVATION325 Activation is stopped by external Stop request typically occurs during the activation of a configuration or transport request in the SAP system. This error indicates that the activation process has been halted due to an external stop request, which can be caused by various factors.
  Causes:
  
  Manual Intervention: An administrator or user may have manually stopped the activation process.
  System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent the activation from proceeding.
  Transport Issues: If the activation is part of a transport request, issues with the transport itself (e.g., locks, dependencies) can lead to this error.
  Background Job Interruption: If the activation is running as a background job, it may have been interrupted or canceled.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues may cause the activation to be halted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Manual Stops: Verify if the activation was manually stopped by checking the logs or consulting with team members.
  Review System Logs: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any related logs that might provide more context on why the activation was stopped.
  Restart the Activation: If the issue was temporary, you can try to restart the activation process.
  Check Transport Request: If the activation is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly configured and that there are no locks or dependencies preventing activation.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and ensure that there are sufficient resources available for the activation process.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer for Administrators), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and context about the error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to configuration and transport management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.