How To Fix RSAR505 - Function terminated by user

RSAR505 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Function terminated by user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR505 - Function terminated by user ?

  The SAP error message RSAR505, which states "Function terminated by user," typically occurs in the context of data transfer processes, particularly when using the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This error indicates that a data transfer process (DTP) was manually stopped by a user, which can happen for various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Manual Intervention: The most common cause is that a user manually terminated the data transfer process while it was running.
  Long Running Processes: If a data load takes too long, users may decide to stop it, leading to this error.
  System Performance Issues: If the system is slow or unresponsive, users might terminate the process out of frustration.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, misconfigurations in the DTP or data source can lead to long processing times, prompting users to stop the process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Process Status: Verify the status of the DTP in the SAP BW system. If it was stopped intentionally, you may need to restart it.
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