How To Fix LIS_SRV500 - Processing terminated by user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LIS_SRV - LIS Server

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Processing terminated by user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LIS_SRV500 - Processing terminated by user ?

  The SAP error message "LIS_SRV500 Processing terminated by user" typically indicates that a user has manually terminated a process or job in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during data extraction, report generation, or other long-running processes.
  Cause:
  
  User Intervention: The most common cause is that the user has clicked the "Cancel" button or has otherwise interrupted the process.
  Timeouts: The process may have taken too long, leading the user to believe it was stuck, prompting them to terminate it.
  System Performance Issues: If the system is slow or unresponsive, users may terminate processes out of frustration.
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: If multiple jobs are scheduled to run simultaneously, it may lead to performance degradation, causing users to cancel jobs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Actions: Verify if the termination was intentional. If it was accidental, the user can restart the process.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction codes like ST03N (Workload Analysis) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for performance issues or system dumps that may have caused the process to hang.
  Optimize Processes: If certain processes are consistently taking too long, consider optimizing them. This could involve:
  
  Reviewing the selection criteria for reports.
  Ensuring that the database is properly indexed.
  Analyzing and optimizing ABAP code if applicable.
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: If applicable, consider increasing the timeout settings for long-running processes.
  User Training: Educate users on the implications of terminating processes and encourage them to check system performance before doing so.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for monitoring and troubleshooting, such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific process or transaction you are working with.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the termination.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to execute the processes they are attempting, as insufficient permissions can lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.