How To Fix SV390 - Internal system error (processing terminated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 390

• Message text: Internal system error (processing terminated)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV390 - Internal system error (processing terminated) ?

  The SAP error message "SV390 Internal system error (processing terminated)" indicates that an unexpected condition occurred in the SAP system, leading to the termination of the process. This type of error can arise from various underlying issues, including but not limited to:
  Causes:
  
  Program Errors: Bugs in custom ABAP programs or standard SAP programs can lead to internal errors.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as corruption or connectivity issues, can trigger this error.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory or resource allocation can cause the system to fail during processing.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to unexpected behavior.
  Transport Issues: Problems during the transport of objects from one system to another can cause inconsistencies.
  System Updates: Incompatibilities or issues arising from recent updates or patches can lead to internal errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for relevant SAP Notes that may address the specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP debugger, you can analyze the program that caused the error to identify the root cause.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs and system logs (SM21) to gather more information about the error context.
  System Restart: In some cases, restarting the affected application server or the entire SAP system can resolve transient issues.
  Check Memory Settings: Ensure that the system has adequate memory allocated and that the parameters are set correctly in the instance profile.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, involve your SAP Basis team to investigate system performance, database health, and configuration settings.
  Reproduce the Error: Try to reproduce the error in a development or test environment to better understand the conditions that lead to the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) to analyze short dumps that may provide more context about the error.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (SM21) for any related messages that occurred around the same time as the error.
  Performance Monitoring: Use transaction ST03N to monitor system performance and identify any bottlenecks that may be contributing to the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to open a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.