How To Fix VR442 - ABEND: Transaction control for & incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 442

• Message text: ABEND: Transaction control for & incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR442 - ABEND: Transaction control for & incorrect ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VR442 ABEND: Transaction control for & incorrect
  
  Cause:
  The error message VR442 with the ABEND (abnormal end) indicates that there is an issue with the transaction control in a batch input session or a transaction recording. Specifically, the system has encountered an incorrect or unexpected transaction control code or command during the processing of a batch input session or a transaction recording.
  This usually happens when:
  
  The batch input session contains an invalid or corrupted transaction control command.
  The transaction code or control command in the batch input session does not match the expected format.
  There is a mismatch between the recorded transaction and the current system state or configuration.
  The batch input session was created incorrectly or has been manually edited and corrupted.
  The transaction control command is missing or incomplete in the batch input data.
  
  
  Explanation:
  In batch input processing, transaction control commands (like /n for new transaction, /o for open new session, /i for end of transaction, etc.) are used to control the flow of the session. If these commands are incorrect or misplaced, the system cannot process the session correctly, leading to the VR442 error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Batch Input Session:
  
  Review the batch input session data to ensure that the transaction control commands are correct and properly formatted.
  Use transaction SM35 to display and analyze the batch input session.
  Look for any unusual or corrupted transaction control commands.
  
  
  
  Verify the Recording:
  
  If the batch input session was created from a recording, check the recording for correctness.
  Re-record the transaction if necessary to ensure the transaction control commands are properly captured.
  
  
  
  Correct the Transaction Control Commands:
  
  Ensure that the transaction control commands like /n, /o, /i, /e, etc., are used correctly.
  Remove or correct any invalid or unexpected commands.
  
  
  
  Check for Manual Edits:
  
  If the batch input session was manually edited, verify that no syntax errors or invalid commands were introduced.
  
  
  
  Test the Session:
  
  After corrections, test the batch input session again in a test environment before running it in production.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to VR442.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the batch input session data and error logs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM35: Used to manage batch input sessions.
  Transaction SHDB: Used to create batch input recordings.
  Common Transaction Control Commands:
  
  /n - Start a new transaction.
  /o - Open a new session.
  /i - End of transaction.
  /e - End of session.
  
  
  SAP Help and Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on batch input processing and transaction control commands.
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to VR442 or batch input errors.
  
  
  Summary:
  The VR442 ABEND error occurs due to incorrect or invalid transaction control commands in a batch input session. The solution involves reviewing and correcting the batch input session or recording to ensure proper transaction control syntax and commands are used. Use SM35 to analyze sessions and SHDB to create or re-record transactions if needed.