How To Fix ST663 - Action was canceled

ST663 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 663

• Message text: Action was canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST663 - Action was canceled ?

  The SAP error message ST663, which states "Action was canceled," typically occurs in the context of transaction ST22 (Dump Analysis) or when performing certain actions in the SAP system that require user confirmation or processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, including user intervention, system settings, or issues with the underlying data.
  Possible Causes:
  
  User Intervention: The action may have been canceled by the user, either intentionally or accidentally.
  System Settings: Certain configurations or authorizations may prevent the action from being completed.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data being processed, leading to the cancellation of the action.
  Timeouts: If the action takes too long to process, it may be automatically canceled by the system.
  Locks: If the data being accessed is locked by another process, the action may be canceled.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Actions: Ensure that the action was not canceled by the user. If it was, try to repeat the