How To Fix /STMC/CR_LOG182 - [&1] Step '&2' started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_LOG -

• Message number: 182

• Message text: [&1] Step '&2' started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_LOG182 - [&1] Step '&2' started ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_LOG182 [&1] Step '&2' started typically indicates that a specific step in a process (often related to data migration or data transfer) has been initiated. This message is generally informational rather than an error, meaning it is part of the logging process to indicate the progress of a job or task.
  Cause:
  
  Process Initiation: The message is generated when a particular step in a process (like a data migration or data transfer job) has started. The placeholders &1 and &2 usually represent specific identifiers related to the job and the step number, respectively.
  Job Execution: It may occur during the execution of a background job or a batch process in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  Since this message is informational, there is typically no action required unless it is accompanied by an actual error message indicating a failure in the process. However, if you are monitoring the job and want to ensure it completes successfully, you can:
  
  Monitor Job Status: Check the status of the job in transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if it completes successfully or if there are subsequent error messages.
  Review Logs: Look at the detailed logs for the job to understand what actions are being taken and if there are any issues that arise after this message.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that any prerequisites for the job or step have been met, as sometimes subsequent steps may fail if earlier steps do not complete successfully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 for job monitoring, SLG1 for application logs, and ST22 for dump analysis if you encounter issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the job or process you are working with, as the context of the message can vary based on the specific application or module in use.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific process you are working on, as there may be patches or recommendations available.
  
  If you encounter further issues or specific error messages following this informational message, it may be necessary to investigate those in detail to resolve any underlying problems.