How To Fix RSSEM218 - BCS transport recording cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSEM - Messages for SEM

• Message number: 218

• Message text: BCS transport recording cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSEM218 - BCS transport recording cancelled ?

  The SAP error message RSSEM218, which states "BCS transport recording cancelled," typically occurs in the context of Business Consolidation (BCS) when there is an issue with the transport recording process. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, authorization problems, or system settings.
  Causes:
  
  Transport Recording Not Activated: The transport recording feature may not be activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform transport recording.
  System Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the BCS configuration that prevent the transport recording from being completed.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system performance problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Transport Recording Settings:
  
  Ensure that transport recording is activated in the BCS settings. You can check this in the BCS configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Make sure that the user performing the transport has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Review BCS Configuration:
  
  Go through the BCS configuration to ensure that all settings are correct and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  Look for any system performance issues or database locks that might be affecting the transport recording process. You can use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for errors.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transport Recording:
  
  After addressing the above points, try to re-initiate the transport recording process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer for Workbench Requests), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BCS and transport management for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSSEM218 error in your SAP BCS environment.