F5898 - System error: program &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 898

• Message text: System error: program &

What causes this issue?

A system error has occurred in program '&v1&'.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator or SAP Support.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5898 - System error: program & ?

  The SAP error message F5898, which states "System error: program &," typically indicates that there is an issue with a specific program or transaction in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Program Issues: The program referenced in the error message may have bugs or issues that prevent it from executing correctly.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the program.
  Configuration Errors: There may be incorrect configurations in the system that affect the program's execution.
  System Environment: Issues with the underlying system environment, such as database connectivity or server performance, can also lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Program: Identify the program mentioned in the error message and check for any known issues or updates. You can do this by using transaction SE38 or SE80 to view the program's code.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Analyze Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dump analysis (transaction ST22) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the program to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific program or error message in the SAP Support Portal. This can provide patches or workarounds.
  Documentation: Review any available documentation or user manuals for the program to understand its expected behavior and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the F5898 error in your SAP system.