How To Fix RSCRT029 - Action terminated by the user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRT - Near-To-Real-Time Messages

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Action terminated by the user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRT029 - Action terminated by the user ?

  The SAP error message RSCRT029, which states "Action terminated by the user," typically occurs in the context of background processing or report execution in SAP. This message indicates that a user has manually terminated a process that was running in the background.
  Cause:
  
  User Intervention: The most common cause is that the user has actively canceled the job or report execution. This can happen if the process is taking too long, or if the user realizes that the job is not needed anymore.
  System Timeout: In some cases, if a job runs for an extended period, it may be terminated due to system settings or user actions.
  Job Scheduling: If a job is scheduled to run at a specific time and the user decides to stop it before completion, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. You can see if it was canceled and by whom.
  Review Logs: Look at the job logs for any additional information that might indicate why the job was terminated. This can provide insights into whether it was a user action or a system issue.
  Re-run the Job: If the job was terminated unintentionally, you can re-run it. Ensure that any necessary parameters are correctly set.
  User Training: If users are frequently terminating jobs, consider providing training on how to monitor long-running jobs and when it is appropriate to cancel them.
  System Settings: Review system settings related to job execution and timeouts to ensure they are appropriate for your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) and SM36 (Job Scheduling) for managing background jobs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job processing and error messages.
  Performance Monitoring: If jobs are frequently taking too long, consider performance tuning of the underlying processes or queries involved in the job.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.