How To Fix 2B009 - Could not generate new TMS background process number

2B009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 2B - TMS Background Service

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Could not generate new TMS background process number

What causes this issue?

Transport Management System (TMS) has its own system for assigning
background job numbers. Each scheduled job is assigned its own number,
regardless of whether it is periodic. You can see this number in the
name of the background process.
An unexpected database error occurred while the next number was being
generated.

System Response

The job was not scheduled.

How to fix this error?

Analyze the database for errors.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 2B009 - Could not generate new TMS background process number ?

  The SAP error message 2B009: Could not generate new TMS background process number typically occurs in the context of the Transport Management System (TMS) when there is an issue with the background process that handles transport requests. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, system resource limitations, or problems with the TMS itself.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Limitations: The system may have reached the maximum number of background processes allowed, or there may be insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) to start a new process.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the TMS settings or in the transport directory can lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can prevent the generation of new background processes.
  Transport Directory Issues: If the transport directory is not accessible or has incorrect permissions, it can lead to this error.
  System Load: High system load or performance issues can also