How To Fix RSTRAN671 - User termination while generating InfoSource; copying terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 671

• Message text: User termination while generating InfoSource; copying terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN671 - User termination while generating InfoSource; copying terminated ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN671 indicates that a user termination occurred while generating an InfoSource, and the copying process was terminated. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  User Intervention: The most straightforward cause is that a user manually terminated the process, either by canceling the job or closing the session.
  System Timeout: The process may have taken too long, leading to a timeout or session expiration.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) can cause the process to fail.
  Lock Issues: If another process is locking the InfoSource or related objects, it may lead to termination.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the InfoSource or related data flow configurations can lead to issues during generation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Actions: Verify if the process was intentionally terminated by a user. If so, rerun the process.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If the process is timing out, consider increasing the timeout settings in the system configuration.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system's performance metrics to ensure there are enough resources available. If necessary, optimize the system or schedule the job during off-peak hours.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the InfoSource or related objects. If locks are found, resolve them before rerunning the process.
  Review Configuration: Double-check the configuration of the InfoSource and ensure that all settings are correct. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the data flow.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the termination.
  Re-run the Process: After addressing the potential causes, try to regenerate the InfoSource again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSA3 (DataSource Test), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be patches or updates that address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for InfoSources and data modeling to ensure best practices are being followed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.