How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL164 - A total of & jobs have been flagged for interruption

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GLOBAL - Global Messages (Usable in All AFX Objects)

• Message number: 164

• Message text: A total of & jobs have been flagged for interruption

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL164 - A total of & jobs have been flagged for interruption ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL164 indicates that a total of "&" jobs have been flagged for interruption. This message typically arises in the context of job scheduling and management within the SAP system, particularly when using the SAP Background Processing (BC) functionality.
  Cause:
  
  
  Job Interruption: The error suggests that there are jobs in the system that have been marked for interruption. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual intervention by an administrator or user.
  System resource constraints (e.g., memory, CPU).
  Conflicts with other scheduled jobs.
  Maintenance activities or system shutdowns.
  
  
  
  Job Status: The jobs may be in a status that does not allow them to continue processing, such as "Cancelled" or "Finished".
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the job scheduling that dictate when jobs should be interrupted or flagged.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of the jobs that have been flagged. Look for any jobs that are in error or have been cancelled.
  
  
  Review Job Logs: Analyze the job logs for any specific error messages or warnings that could provide insight into why the jobs were flagged for interruption.
  
  
  Restart Jobs: If the jobs can be restarted, you may need to manually restart them. This can be done from the job monitoring screen.
  
  
  Adjust Job Scheduling: If the interruption is due to resource constraints or conflicts, consider adjusting the scheduling of jobs to avoid overlaps or high resource usage during peak times.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to job scheduling and background processing for any specific recommendations or known issues.
  
  
  System Administration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or system administrator to investigate further, especially if it relates to system performance or configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM37 - Job Monitoring
  SM36 - Define Background Job
  SM21 - System Log
  ST22 - Dump Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and background processing.
  
  
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance and job execution to prevent future interruptions.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for best practices in job scheduling and management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AFX_GLOBAL164 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.