How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH_BAPI_EH100 - Program terminated due to fatal error in exception control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH_BAPI_EH -

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Program terminated due to fatal error in exception control

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_BAPI_EH100 - Program terminated due to fatal error in exception control ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_BAPI_EH100 Program terminated due to fatal error in exception control typically indicates that there is a problem with the exception handling in a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) or a related function module. This error can occur for various reasons, including issues with data consistency, incorrect input parameters, or problems in the underlying logic of the BAPI.
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: The input data provided to the BAPI may be inconsistent or invalid, leading to a failure in processing.
  Configuration Problems: There may be configuration issues in the system that affect the execution of the BAPI.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the BAPI may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Code Bugs: There could be bugs in the custom code or enhancements related to the BAPI.
  System Environment: Issues with the SAP system environment, such as memory shortages or system performance problems, can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Verify that the data being passed to the BAPI is correct and meets all required criteria. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled and that the data types are correct.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the BAPI and ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the BAPI. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the BAPI to identify where the error occurs. Look for any exception handling code that may be causing the termination.
  Check for Notes: Search the SAP Notes database for any known issues related to the specific BAPI you are using. There may be patches or updates available that address the problem.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dump analysis (transaction ST22) for additional information about the error and its context.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE37 (Function Module), SE80 (Object Navigator), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check SAP Notes for updates or patches related to the BAPI or the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the BAPI you are using to understand its parameters and expected behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the BAPI execution in SAP.