ABAP dumps are like SAP’s way of saying, “Something went wrong, and I couldn’t recover.” They’re abrupt terminations of a program, and they usually show up in transaction ST22. Some are harmless and easy to fix, while others can bring business processes to a halt. Over time, I’ve come to recognize a few that deserve immediate attention.
🚨 Top Critical ABAP Dumps I Watch Closely
1. MESSAGE_TYPE_X
This one’s a red flag. It means the program hit a condition so severe that it triggered a hard stop using a MESSAGE X statement. It’s often used in standard SAP code when continuing would risk data corruption.
How I handle it: I jump into ST22, locate the dump, and trace the logic that led to the MESSAGE X. Usually, it’s a missing configuration, unexpected data, or a failed authorization check. Debugging is essential here.
2. CALL_FUNCTION_NOT_FOUND
This dump means the program tried to call a function module that doesn’t exist in the system. It’s often due to missing transports or incorrect system setup.
My fix: I check the function name in the dump, verify it in SE37, and confirm whether it’s part of a custom development or standard SAP. If it’s missing, I coordinate with the transport team to bring it in.
3. TSV_TNEW_PAGE_ALLOC_FAILED
This one’s about memory. The system ran out of space while trying to allocate a new internal table page. It usually happens during large data processing.
My approach: I optimize the code to reduce memory usage—like breaking loops, using field symbols, or limiting SELECT statements. Sometimes, I also raise it to the BASIS team to adjust memory parameters.
4. DYNPRO_SEND_IN_BACKGROUND
This dump occurs when a screen (dynpro) is triggered in a background job. Since background jobs can’t handle interactive screens, the program crashes.
How I resolve it: I review the job variant and the program logic. If a screen is being called, I refactor the code to skip that part in background mode or redesign the flow entirely.
5. OBJECTS_OBJREF_NOT_ASSIGNED
This is the classic “null pointer” error in ABAP. It means the program tried to use an object reference that wasn’t properly initialized.
My fix: I go straight to the dump and check which object was accessed. Then I trace back to see if the CREATE OBJECT statement was missed or failed due to a condition.
6. SAPSQL_ARRAY_INSERT_DUPREC
This dump shows up when a duplicate record is inserted into a database table that doesn’t allow it. It’s usually a logic flaw or missing check in the code.
My fix: I add a check before the INSERT statement or switch to MODIFY/UPDATE depending on the business logic. Sometimes, I also clean up the source data if it’s causing the conflict.
🧠Why These Dumps Matter
These aren’t just technical glitches—they’re signals. Each one points to a deeper issue in logic, configuration, or system health. I treat them like clues in a puzzle. The faster I decode them, the quicker I can restore stability.
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