How To Fix KF165 - Session & has not been opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Session & has not been opened

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF165 - Session & has not been opened ?

  The SAP error message "KF165 Session & has not been opened" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with SAP's data extraction and loading processes. This error indicates that a session, which is required for processing data, has not been opened or is not available for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Session Not Created: The session that you are trying to access has not been created or was not successfully opened.
  Session Deletion: The session may have been deleted or closed before the operation was attempted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the session.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the SAP system or the specific transaction you are using.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Session Status: Verify if the session you are trying to access exists. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench)