How To Fix GD018 - No postprocessing is possible in the real run with a red traffic light

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD - EDT: External data transfer

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No postprocessing is possible in the real run with a red traffic light

What causes this issue?

You want to carry out postprocessing in a productive run, however the
displayed file still contains incorrect records marked by a red traffic
light.

System Response

The system will not allow transfer in a productive run.

How to fix this error?

Correct the incorrect records and check them using the test run
function until all traffic lights are green. Activate postprocessing
again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD018 - No postprocessing is possible in the real run with a red traffic light ?

  The SAP error message GD018 ("No postprocessing is possible in the real run with a red traffic light") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's background processing, particularly when dealing with batch jobs or workflows. The "red traffic light" indicates that there is an issue that prevents the successful completion of a process.
  Cause:
  
  Error in Previous Steps: The most common cause of this error is that a previous step in the process has failed or encountered an error, which prevents the system from proceeding to the next step.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration problems in the system that are causing the process to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the task.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP environment that need to be addressed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) or the job logs (transaction SM37) to identify the specific error that caused the red traffic light. This will provide more context on what went wrong.
  Correct Errors: Based on the logs, correct any identified issues, such as fixing data inconsistencies or addressing configuration problems.
  Re-run the Process: After resolving the issues, re-run the process to see if it completes successfully.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with for additional guidance.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SLG1 (Application Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to help diagnose the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the GD018 error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  System Health Check: Perform a general health check of the SAP system to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting performance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GD018 error and implement a solution to resolve it.