How To Fix O9421 - Probable infinite loop in program. Program terminated.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O9 - IS-Oil: TD - Scheduling, loading, delivery confirmation

• Message number: 421

• Message text: Probable infinite loop in program. Program terminated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O9421 - Probable infinite loop in program. Program terminated. ?

  The SAP error message O9421, which indicates a "Probable infinite loop in program. Program terminated," typically occurs when a program or transaction in SAP is running in a loop that does not have a proper exit condition. This can lead to performance issues and can cause the program to be terminated by the SAP system to prevent further resource consumption.
  Causes:
  
  Coding Errors: The most common cause is a coding error in ABAP programs where a loop does not have a proper exit condition or the exit condition is never met.
  Data Issues: Sometimes, unexpected data conditions can lead to loops that were not anticipated by the developer.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings can lead to scenarios where the program logic does not behave as expected.
  Recursive Calls: If a function or method calls itself without a proper base case, it can lead to an infinite loop.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to analyze the program where the error occurred. Look for loops and check the exit conditions.
  Code Review: Review the code for any loops (e.g., DO, WHILE, FOR) to ensure that they have valid exit conditions.
  Data Validation: Check the input data to ensure that it meets the expected criteria and does not lead to unexpected behavior.
  Performance Analysis: Use transaction ST05 (SQL Trace) or ST12 (Performance Trace) to analyze the performance of the program and identify bottlenecks.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling to catch potential infinite loops and provide meaningful error messages or logs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the specific program or transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to access and modify the program.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific program or transaction to understand its intended behavior and any known limitations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support or a qualified ABAP developer to further investigate the problem.