How To Fix RT372 - GUID generation failed - Conversion terminated

RT372 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RT - Monitoring infrastructure MSG and alert texts

• Message number: 372

• Message text: GUID generation failed - Conversion terminated

Self-Explanatory Message

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RT372 - Details

• The SAP error message RT372 "GUID generation failed - Conversion terminated" typically occurs when there is an issue with generating a Global Unique Identifier (GUID) in the SAP system. GUIDs are used in various SAP applications for unique identification of objects, and failure to generate them can disrupt processes.
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as connectivity issues or corruption, can prevent the successful generation of GUIDs.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to failures in GUID generation.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or processing power) can hinder the generation process.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP software or specific patches that need to be applied.
  User Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations for the user or process trying to generate the GUID.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database is up and running, and that there are no connectivity issues. You can check the database