Error
Error Code:
5444
SAP S/4HANA Error 5444: Third-Party Filter Closure Failure
Description
Error 5444, `ERR_TEXT_FCA_SHUTDOWN`, indicates that SAP S/4HANA encountered an issue while attempting to shut down or close a connected third-party filter component. This typically occurs during the completion of a process, module deactivation, or system shutdown when external integrations are involved, preventing a graceful termination of the external service.
Error Message
ERR_TEXT_FCA_SHUTDOWN
Known Causes
4 known causesThird-Party Service Unavailability
The external service or application associated with the filter may have become unresponsive, crashed, or was shut down unexpectedly, preventing SAP S/4HANA from gracefully closing its connection.
Incorrect Filter Configuration
Misconfigurations in the SAP S/4HANA integration settings or within the third-party filter's own shutdown parameters can lead to a failure during the closure sequence.
System Resource Contention
Insufficient system resources (e.g., memory, CPU cycles, file handles) or a deadlock situation can prevent the third-party filter process from terminating cleanly when commanded by SAP S/4HANA.
Network Communication Issues
Intermittent or unstable network connectivity between the SAP S/4HANA system and the third-party filter component can disrupt the shutdown command or status confirmation.
Solutions
Coming SoonDetailed step-by-step solutions for this error are being prepared. In the meantime, try these general troubleshooting tips:
General Troubleshooting Tips
- Check the error message carefully for specific details
- Review recent changes that might have caused the error
- Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
- Check log files for additional context
- Try restarting the application or service