How To Fix SY123 - Program stopped manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Program stopped manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY123 - Program stopped manually ?

  The SAP error message "SY123 Program stopped manually" typically indicates that a program or transaction was terminated by the user or by the system due to a manual intervention. This can happen for various reasons, such as user cancellation, a timeout, or an explicit stop command issued by the user.
  Causes:
  
  User Intervention: The user may have manually stopped the program execution by clicking the "Cancel" button or using a similar command.
  Timeout: The program may have exceeded a predefined execution time limit, leading to an automatic termination.
  System Issues: There could be underlying system issues, such as resource constraints or performance problems, prompting the user to stop the program.
  Error Handling: The program may have encountered an error that led the user to stop it manually.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Actions: Verify if the program was intentionally stopped by the user. If so, no further action may be needed.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context on why the program was stopped.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If the program is timing out, consider increasing the timeout settings in the system configuration.
  Optimize Performance: If the program is taking too long to execute, analyze its performance and optimize the code or database queries to improve execution time.
  Re-run the Program: If the program was stopped unintentionally, try re-running it to see if the issue persists.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific program or transaction for any known issues or fixes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SM21 (System Log) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the program you are running. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly execute and monitor programs to avoid unintentional stops.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.