How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES251 - Resumption of processing only possible for appl. with status "In Process"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Resumption of processing only possible for appl. with status "In Process"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES251 - Resumption of processing only possible for appl. with status "In Process" ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES251 indicates that there is an issue with the processing status of an application or transaction in the system. Specifically, the message states that resumption of processing is only possible for applications that have a status of "In Process." This typically occurs in scenarios where a process or transaction has been interrupted or is in a state that does not allow for further processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status: The application or transaction may have been set to a status that does not allow for resumption, such as "Completed," "Cancelled," or "Error."
  System Interruption: The process may have been interrupted due to a system error, user intervention, or other issues, leading to an invalid status.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how statuses are managed, which could lead to this error if not set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Application Status: Verify the current status of the application or transaction. If it is not "In Process," you may need to change it back to that status if possible.
  Review Logs: Check system logs or application logs for any errors or warnings that occurred prior to this message. This can provide insight into what caused the status change.
  Manual Intervention: If the application is stuck in an invalid status, you may need to manually change the status back to "In Process" using appropriate transaction codes or through the backend.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the application or module you are working with.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you check and change statuses, such as SM37 for job monitoring or SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the application or transaction.
  SAP Notes: Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions specific to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES251.