How To Fix SFW094 - Activation was terminated accidentally and needs to be continued

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SFW - Messages for Switch Framework

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Activation was terminated accidentally and needs to be continued

What causes this issue?

A background job for activation was exited in an unscheduled manner. The
reason for this could be - for example - that the server was shut down
while the job was still running.

System Response

The system is currently in an undefined status and therefore must not be
used productively.

How to fix this error?

First you should determine the reason for the program termination. For
this, proceed to transaction SM37 and display all jobs with the name
SFW_ACTIVATE_SF0X. In the list, select the terminated job and display
the job log. If the program termination is the result of a technical
problem, fix the problem or get in touch with your SAP support contact.
As soon as the cause has been rectified, the activation will have to be
restarted in Transaction SFW5. For this purpose, choose the menu path:
System Settings -> Activation Restart.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFW094 - Activation was terminated accidentally and needs to be continued ?

  The SAP error message SFW094 indicates that the activation of a software component or a business function was interrupted or terminated unexpectedly. This can happen due to various reasons, such as system crashes, network issues, or user intervention. The message suggests that the activation process needs to be continued to complete the operation.
  Cause
  
  System Crash: The system may have crashed during the activation process.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems could have interrupted the activation.
  User Intervention: A user may have manually stopped the activation process.
  Lock Issues: There might be locks on the objects being activated, preventing the process from completing.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configurations or dependencies may lead to activation failures.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SFW094 error and continue the activation process, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Activation Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SFW5 (Business Function Activation).
  Check the status of the business function that was being activated. It may show as "in progress" or "failed."
  
  
  
  Continue Activation:
  
  If the activation is still in progress, you can attempt to continue it by selecting the relevant business function and choosing the option to continue the activation.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the objects related to the activation. If there are locks, you may need to delete them (ensure you understand the implications of doing this).
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the activation logs for any specific error messages that can provide more context on why the activation was terminated. You can find logs in transaction SLG1 (Application Log).
  
  
  
  Restart the Activation:
  
  If the activation cannot be continued, you may need to restart the activation process. This can be done by going back to transaction SFW5 and re-initiating the activation for the business function.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear any temporary issues or locks.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SFW5: Business Function Activation
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to your specific SAP version and the error message for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for business function activation for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SFW094 error and successfully continue the activation process.