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abnormal end

📖 ISTQB Glossary

Official ISTQB Definition

The unintended termination of the execution of a component or system prior to completion.

3 Ways to Think About It

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The Quick Take

When a program crashes or terminates unexpectedly.

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Look Closer

An abend - the system stopped because something went very wrong.

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The Bottom Line

Unexpected program termination that indicates a serious problem.

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