How To Fix /PRA/PN084 - Process &1 encountered a fatal error

/PRA/PN084 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/PN -

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Process &1 encountered a fatal error

Self-Explanatory Message

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/PRA/PN084 - Details

• The SAP error message /PRA/PN084 Process &1 encountered a fatal error typically indicates that a specific process within the SAP system has failed due to a critical issue. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and resolving it often requires a systematic approach to identify and address the root cause.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the configuration of the process can lead to failures.
  Data Issues: Inconsistent or corrupt data being processed can trigger fatal errors.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory, CPU, or other system resources can cause processes to fail.
  Code Errors: Bugs or issues in custom code or enhancements can lead to fatal errors.
  Transport Issues: Problems with transport requests or missing objects can also result in this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user executing the process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights