How To Fix /SMB/BBPRJ_INST185 - Activation process has been abnormally terminated (check in SM37/ST22)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BBPRJ_INST -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Activation process has been abnormally terminated (check in SM37/ST22)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BBPRJ_INST185 - Activation process has been abnormally terminated (check in SM37/ST22) ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BBPRJ_INST185 Activation process has been abnormally terminated (check in SM37/ST22) typically indicates that an activation process related to the Business ByDesign (ByD) project has failed. This can occur due to various reasons, and the error message suggests checking transaction codes SM37 (for job monitoring) and ST22 (for dump analysis) to gather more information about the failure.
  Possible Causes:
  
  System Resource Issues: Insufficient memory or CPU resources can lead to process termination.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to activation failures.
  Transport Issues: Problems with transport requests or issues during the import of changes can cause activation to fail.
  Code Errors: There may be errors in custom code or enhancements that are being executed during the activation process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Logs (SM37): 
  
  Go to transaction SM37 and check the job logs for the specific job that failed. Look for any error messages or warnings that can provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Analyze Dumps (ST22):
  
  Use transaction ST22 to check for any short dumps that occurred during the activation process. Analyze the dump details to identify the root cause of the error.
  
  
  
  Review System Resources:
  
  Monitor system performance and ensure that there are adequate resources (memory, CPU) available. If necessary, consider optimizing system performance or increasing resources.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform data consistency checks to ensure that all required data is present and correct. Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the project and ensure that they are correctly set up. Consult with your SAP Basis or functional team if needed.
  
  
  
  Transport Request Check:
  
  If the issue occurred after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors. Ensure that all objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the activation process to identify any specific code issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Business ByDesign and activation processes for additional insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the activation process termination.