How To Fix ACM381 - &1: Less than &2 DCLs to process. No parallelization required.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM - Message-Class for all ACM functions/exceptions

• Message number: 381

• Message text: &1: Less than &2 DCLs to process. No parallelization required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM381 - &1: Less than &2 DCLs to process. No parallelization required. ?

  The SAP error message ACM381 indicates that there are fewer DCLs (Data Collection Logs) available for processing than the specified threshold. This means that the system has determined that there are not enough DCLs to warrant parallel processing, which is typically used to improve performance by executing multiple processes simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  
  Insufficient DCLs: The primary cause of this error is that the number of DCLs available for processing is less than the minimum required for parallelization. This can happen if:
  
  There are not enough data collection logs generated for the specific operation.
  The DCLs are not distributed evenly across the available resources.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require a certain number of DCLs before it can utilize parallel processing. If the number of DCLs falls below this threshold, the system will not attempt to parallelize the operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase DCL Generation: Ensure that more DCLs are being generated for the operation you are trying to perform. This may involve adjusting the data collection settings or running additional data collection jobs.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to DCL processing and parallelization. You may need to adjust the threshold for parallel processing if it is set too high for your current workload.
  
  
  Batch Processing: If applicable, consider batching your data collection jobs to ensure that you have enough DCLs to meet the parallelization requirements.
  
  
  Monitor DCL Creation: Use monitoring tools to track the creation of DCLs and ensure that they are being generated as expected. This can help identify any bottlenecks or issues in the data collection process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on handling DCLs and parallel processing settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Performance Tuning: Consider performance tuning for your SAP system to optimize DCL generation and processing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.