How To Fix GLE_MCA481 - Rollback performed; restart of run is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Rollback performed; restart of run is required

What causes this issue?

In MCA processing, one or more errors have occurred (see the application
log for details).

System Response

The system canceled processing of the documents selected for the
current package and executed a rollback. The system has processed none
of these documents.

How to fix this error?

You must restart run &V1&. To do so, it is not necessary to know which
package was affected by the rollback.
It is sufficient if you restart the whole run.
The system makes sure that it does not reprocess any documents or
balances that have been processed already.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA481 - Rollback performed; restart of run is required ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA481: Rollback performed; restart of run is required typically indicates that a process or transaction in the SAP system has encountered a critical error that necessitated a rollback to maintain data integrity. This can occur in various contexts, such as during financial postings, data uploads, or batch processing.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The system may have detected inconsistencies or errors in the data being processed.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues, such as memory problems, database locks, or connectivity issues.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to unexpected behavior during processing.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary permissions for the user executing the transaction can also trigger this error.
  Custom Code: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might be causing the error due to bugs or unhandled exceptions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being processed is valid and meets all necessary criteria. This includes checking for missing or incorrect entries.
  Restart the Process: As the message suggests, you may need to restart the run or transaction that encountered the error. Ensure that any necessary corrections are made before doing so.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the process that failed. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue seems to be related to system performance or database issues, consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  Debugging: If you suspect custom code is involved, consider debugging the relevant program to identify where the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SLG1 (Application Log), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or process you are working with to understand any known issues or best practices.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.