How To Fix /MVA/AMVIDEMSG132 - An error occurred when new session started; transaction exited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMVIDEMSG -

• Message number: 132

• Message text: An error occurred when new session started; transaction exited

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMVIDEMSG132 - An error occurred when new session started; transaction exited ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMVIDEMSG132 indicates that there was an issue when starting a new session, which caused the transaction to exit unexpectedly. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the configuration or execution of specific transactions in the SAP system.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system settings or parameters related to the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction or access certain data.
  System Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (memory, processing power) which can lead to session management issues.
  Program Errors: There could be bugs or errors in the custom code or standard SAP programs that are being executed.
  Session Management Issues: Problems with session handling, such as exceeding the maximum number of sessions allowed for a user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the transaction. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to execute the transaction. You can use transaction SU53 to check for authorization failures.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor system performance and check for any resource bottlenecks.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can try to debug the transaction to identify where the error occurs. This may require the help of a developer.
  Check for Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal. There may be patches or updates that address the issue.
  Session Limits: Check the user session limits in the system profile parameters. You can adjust these settings if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates that might address this specific error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) to gather more information about the error.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards for similar issues faced by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.