How To Fix KB308 - System error: Error in routine &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 308

• Message text: System error: Error in routine &

What causes this issue?

The program has terminated processing.

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?

Start the transaction afresh if you want to continue processing.
Inform your system administrator or SAP. Describe how the error occured
and the number of the problem message. SAP will then make the relevant
changes in the program.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB308 - System error: Error in routine & ?

  The SAP error message "KB308 System error: Error in routine &?" typically indicates that there is an issue within a specific routine or function module in the SAP system. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and resolving it often requires a systematic approach to identify the root cause.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Coding Errors: There may be a bug or error in the ABAP code of the routine that is being called.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may be inconsistent or invalid, leading to unexpected behavior in the routine.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to errors when certain routines are executed.
  System Performance: Resource constraints or performance issues in the SAP system can lead to timeouts or failures in executing routines.
  Transport Issues: If the routine was recently transported from another system, there may be issues related to the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the ABAP Code: Review the ABAP code for the routine mentioned in the error message. Look for any obvious coding errors or exceptions that are not being handled properly.
  Analyze the Data: Check the input data being passed to the routine. Ensure that it meets the expected format and constraints.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings related to the functionality that is triggering the error. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dump analysis (transaction ST22) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  Performance Monitoring: Use transaction ST03N to monitor system performance and identify any bottlenecks that may be affecting routine execution.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the routine to step through the code and identify where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM21 (System Log), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for debugging and analysis.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you have a support contract, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "KB308 System error: Error in routine &?" message effectively.