How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG018 - Process &1 still started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Process &1 still started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG018 - Process &1 still started ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG018, which states "Process &1 still started," typically indicates that a specific process (identified by &1) is still running or has not been properly terminated. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a background job, a data transfer process, or when managing system resources.
  
  Cause:
  
  Process Still Running: The most common cause is that the process in question is still active and has not completed its execution.
  Stuck Process: The process may be stuck due to various reasons, such as deadlocks, resource contention, or long-running operations.
  Improper Termination: The process may not have been terminated correctly, leading to it being marked as still running in the system.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or bugs in the system that prevent the process from completing or being recognized as completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) or SM50 (for monitoring active