How To Fix VCH_COMMON026 - Program &1 ended with errors; check application logs &2 and &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_COMMON -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Program &1 ended with errors; check application logs &2 and &3

What causes this issue?

During the execution of the report "VCH_MASS_MAINTENANCE" errors
happened. See the Application Log for details.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_COMMON026 - Program &1 ended with errors; check application logs &2 and &3 ?

  The SAP error message VCH_COMMON026 indicates that a program (denoted as &1) has ended with errors, and it suggests checking the application logs (&2 and &3) for more details. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to issues in data processing, configuration, or system performance.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data being processed, such as missing mandatory fields or invalid data formats.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the application or system can lead to processing failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the program may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required by the program.
  System Performance: Resource constraints (like memory or CPU) can cause the program to fail if it cannot complete its processing within the available resources.
  Code Errors: There may be bugs or unhandled exceptions in the custom code or standard program being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Application Logs: Review the logs indicated by &2 and &3 to identify the specific errors or warnings that occurred during the program execution. This will provide insights into what went wrong.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being processed is complete and valid. Check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings related to the program. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the required authorizations to execute the program. If not, adjust the user roles accordingly.
  Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance metrics to identify any resource bottlenecks. If necessary, optimize the program or increase system resources.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program to trace the execution flow and identify where it fails.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to view logs related to the program execution.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to the error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue causing the VCH_COMMON026 error in your SAP environment.