How To Fix DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT118 - Unable to retrieve output list from memory: "LIST_FROM_MEMORY"

DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT - message class for dynamic maint event proc

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Unable to retrieve output list from memory: "LIST_FROM_MEMORY"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT118 - Unable to retrieve output list from memory: "LIST_FROM_MEMORY" ?

  The SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT118 with the description "Unable to retrieve output list from memory: 'LIST_FROM_MEMORY'" typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Management or Data Migration processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to access or retrieve a specific output list that is expected to be stored in memory.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Memory Issues: The system may be running low on memory, which can prevent it from storing or retrieving data properly.
  Session Timeout: If the session has timed out or if there has been a long delay in processing, the data in memory may no longer be available.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, leading to failures in retrieving the expected output.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Data Management or Migration tools can lead to this error.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the version of the software you are using that could