How To Fix MG418 - Data transfer (job &) completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Data transfer (job &) completed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG418 - Data transfer (job &) completed ?

  The SAP error message MG418 ("Data transfer (job &) completed") typically indicates that a background job related to data transfer has finished executing. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message that indicates the completion of a job. However, if you are experiencing issues related to this message, it may be due to the following causes and solutions:
  Possible Causes:
  
  Job Completion: The job has completed its execution, but it may not have produced the expected results.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being transferred, such as missing or incorrect data.
  Job Configuration: The job may not have been configured correctly, leading to incomplete or incorrect data transfer.
  System Performance: Performance issues in the SAP system may have affected the job's execution.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the task successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for any warnings or errors that occurred during the job execution. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to view job logs.
  
  
  
  Verify Data: Ensure that the data being transferred is complete and accurate. Check for any inconsistencies or missing records in the source data.
  
  
  Review Job Configuration: Check the configuration settings of the job to ensure that it is set up correctly. This includes verifying the selection criteria, parameters, and any other settings.
  
  
  Monitor System Performance: If performance issues are suspected, monitor the system's performance metrics to identify any bottlenecks or resource constraints.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to perform the data transfer. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Re-run the Job: If the job did not complete successfully, consider re-running it after addressing any identified issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to data transfer jobs.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific data transfer process you are working with, as it may provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.