How To Fix SY301 - 'COMMIT WORK' forced by system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 301

• Message text: 'COMMIT WORK' forced by system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY301 - 'COMMIT WORK' forced by system ?

  The SAP error message SY301, which states "COMMIT WORK" forced by system, typically occurs when a transaction is being terminated due to a system error or a specific condition that requires the transaction to be rolled back. This message indicates that the system has automatically issued a COMMIT WORK statement to ensure that any changes made during the transaction are saved, even though the transaction itself has encountered an issue.
  Causes of SY301 Error
  
  
  Database Lock Issues: If there are locks on the database that prevent the transaction from completing, the system may force a commit to avoid leaving the database in an inconsistent state.
  
  
  Short Dumps: If a short dump occurs during the execution of a program, the system may issue a COMMIT WORK to ensure that any changes made before the dump are saved.
  
  
  Error Handling in Code: If there is an unhandled exception in the ABAP code, the system may force a commit to ensure that the database remains consistent.
  
  
  User Session Termination: If a user session is terminated unexpectedly (e.g., due to network issues), the system may issue a COMMIT WORK to finalize any changes.
  
  
  Transaction Timeout: If a transaction takes too long to execute, it may be terminated by the system, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solutions to SY301 Error
  
  
  Check for Short Dumps: Use transaction code ST22 to check for any short dumps that may have occurred. Analyze the dump to identify the root cause of the error.
  
  
  Review Code Logic: If the error is occurring in custom ABAP code, review the logic to ensure that exceptions are properly handled and that there are no unintentional commits or rollbacks.
  
  
  Database Lock Analysis: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks that may be affecting the transaction. If locks are found, determine if they can be released or if the process holding the lock can be terminated.
  
  
  Transaction Monitoring: Use transaction codes SM21 (System Log) and ST01 (System Trace) to monitor system logs and traces for any related errors or warnings that may provide additional context.
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: If the error is related to transaction timeouts, consider increasing the timeout settings in the system configuration.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM12 (Lock Entries), SM21 (System Log), and ST01 (System Trace) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for additional insights and solutions related to SY301 errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SY301 error and implement a solution to resolve it.