How To Fix /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES018 - You terminated the previous operation. All new actions possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You terminated the previous operation. All new actions possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES018 - You terminated the previous operation. All new actions possible ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES018 typically indicates that a previous operation in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module was terminated or interrupted, and as a result, the system is unable to proceed with new actions until the previous operation is resolved.
  Cause:
  
  User Intervention: The user may have manually terminated a process or job that was running in the background.
  System Error: An unexpected error or crash may have occurred during the execution of a process.
  Lock Issues: The previous operation may have left locks in the system that prevent new actions from being executed.
  Resource Constraints: Insufficient system resources (like memory or processing power) may have caused the operation to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Background Jobs: Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any jobs that may have been terminated and analyze their logs for errors.
  Release Locks: If there are locks in the system, you can use transaction code SM12 to check for and release any locks that may be preventing new actions.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs using transaction code SLG1 to find more details about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  Restart the Process: If the previous operation was terminated, you may need to restart it or re-initiate the process that was interrupted.
  System Resources: Ensure that the system has adequate resources. If necessary, consult with your IT team to monitor and optimize system performance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific APO process you were working on for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your APO system is properly configured and that all necessary updates and patches have been applied.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.