How To Fix W+668 - Processing canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W+ -

• Message number: 668

• Message text: Processing canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W+668 - Processing canceled ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W+668 Processing canceled
  
  Cause:
  The message W+668 Processing canceled typically occurs when a background job or a processing step in SAP is terminated before completion. This can happen due to various reasons such as:
  
  User manually cancels the process.
  System detects an inconsistency or error during processing and aborts the operation.
  A prerequisite condition for processing is not met.
  Lock conflicts or database inconsistencies.
  Authorization issues preventing the process from completing.
  Timeout or system resource constraints.
  
  In many cases, this warning indicates that the system has stopped the current processing to avoid data inconsistencies or further errors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the W+668 Processing canceled message, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Job Log or Application Log:
  
  Review the detailed logs for the job or transaction that triggered the message.
  Look for preceding error messages or warnings that caused the cancellation.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Context:
  
  Identify which process or transaction was running.
  Understand if any prerequisites or data validations failed.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  
  
  Check for Lock Entries:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for lock entries that might block processing.
  
  
  
  Review System Resources:
  
  Confirm that the system has sufficient resources (memory, CPU) and no timeouts occurred.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Issues:
  
  If the cancellation was due to data inconsistencies, correct the underlying data.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After addressing the root cause, re-execute the process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message W+668 for specific scenarios.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: W+ (Warning messages related to specific modules)
  This message is often seen in modules like FI, CO, MM, or SD during batch processing or mass data changes.
  It is a warning, not an error, but it indicates that the process did not complete successfully.
  Always check the detailed logs to find the exact reason for cancellation.
  If the issue persists and logs are unclear, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the job logs and system details.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  W+668 Processing canceled means the system stopped a process to prevent errors or inconsistencies. Investigate logs, check authorizations, locks, and data integrity, then correct issues before retrying the process.