How To Fix SN004 - The short dump & & & & no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SN - ABAP/4 dump analysis messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: The short dump & & & & no longer exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SN004 - The short dump & & & & no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message SN004, which states "The short dump & & & & no longer exists," typically indicates that a short dump (a runtime error that occurs in the SAP system) that was previously recorded is no longer available for review. This can happen for several reasons, such as the dump being deleted or the retention period for short dumps expiring.
  Cause:
  
  Short Dump Deletion: Short dumps can be deleted manually by users with the appropriate authorizations or automatically by the system based on retention settings.
  Retention Period: SAP systems have a configured retention period for short dumps. Once this period expires, the dumps may be automatically purged from the system.
  System Cleanup: Regular system maintenance or cleanup processes may remove older dumps to free up space.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Retention Settings: Review the system settings for short dump retention. You can do this by checking the profile parameters related to dumps, such as abap/shortdumps/retention_time.
  Review System Logs: If you need to investigate a specific issue, check the system logs (transaction SM21) or the developer trace (transaction ST22) for any related errors or information that might help you understand the context of the issue.
  Reproduce the Error: If possible, try to reproduce the error that caused the short dump. This may help you identify the root cause without needing the original dump.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address the specific issue you are encountering. You can search for notes related to the transaction or program that caused the dump.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction ST22: This transaction is used to analyze short dumps in the SAP system. You can view existing dumps and their details here.
  Transaction SM21: This transaction allows you to view system logs, which can provide additional context for errors occurring in the system.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for updates and patches from SAP that may address known issues related to short dumps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the issue related to the SN004 error message and gather more information about the underlying problem.