How To Fix ME424 - Maximum number of sessions reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Maximum number of sessions reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME424 - Maximum number of sessions reached ?

  The SAP error message ME424, which states "Maximum number of sessions reached," typically occurs when a user tries to log into the SAP system but the maximum number of allowed sessions for that user has been reached. This can happen in environments where there are restrictions on the number of concurrent sessions a user can have open.
  Cause:
  
  Session Limit Reached: Each user in SAP can have a predefined limit on the number of concurrent sessions they can open. If a user has already reached this limit, they will receive the ME424 error when attempting to log in or open a new session.
  Unclosed Sessions: Users may have multiple sessions open that they forgot to close, leading to the session limit being reached.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to limit the number of sessions per user, which can be set in the user profile or system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Close Unused Sessions: The simplest solution is to close any existing sessions that are not in use. Users can do this by logging out of the sessions or closing the SAP GUI windows.
  Check User Profile: If you have access, check the user profile settings in transaction SU01 to see the maximum number of sessions allowed for the user. If necessary, an administrator can increase this limit.
  Log Off: If you are unable to close sessions manually, you may need to log off from the SAP system completely and then log back in.
  Contact Administrator: If the issue persists, contact your SAP system administrator to review the session settings and make any necessary adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM04 to view active user sessions and SU01 to manage user profiles.
  Session Management: SAP allows users to manage their sessions effectively. Users can use the "Session" menu in the SAP GUI to navigate between sessions or close them.
  System Configuration: The maximum number of sessions can be configured in the system profile parameters (e.g., rdisp/mshost and rdisp/max_sess), which may require administrative access to modify.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the problem is affecting multiple users, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your IT support team for further investigation.