How To Fix CCMS_LONGBTC004 - &1 &2 &3: &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCMS_LONGBTC - Error Messages: Data Collector SALK_REPORT_LONGRUNNING_JOBS

• Message number: 004

• Message text: &1 &2 &3: &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMS_LONGBTC004 - &1 &2 &3: &4 ?

  The SAP error message CCMS_LONGBTC004 typically relates to issues with long-running background jobs in the SAP system. This message is part of the CCMS (Computing Center Management System) monitoring framework, which is used to monitor the performance and status of background jobs.
  Cause:
  The error message CCMS_LONGBTC004 indicates that a background job has been running longer than expected. The parameters &1, &2, &3, and &4 usually represent specific details about the job, such as:
  
  &1: Job name
  &2: Job number
  &3: User who scheduled the job
  &4: Duration of the job
  
  The underlying causes for this error can include:
  
  Inefficient job processing logic or coding.
  Resource contention or bottlenecks in the system (e.g., CPU, memory, I/O).
  Database locks or deadlocks.
  Large data volumes being processed.
  External system dependencies causing delays.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CCMS_LONGBTC004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Analyze the Job: Check the job logs and details to understand what the job is doing and why it is taking longer than expected. You can do this using transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor system performance metrics (CPU, memory, I/O) to identify any bottlenecks. Use transaction codes like ST03N (Workload Analysis) and ST06 (Operating System Monitor).
  
  
  Review Job Logic: If the job is custom-developed, review the ABAP code for inefficiencies. Optimize the code if necessary.
  
  
  Database Performance: Check for any long-running database queries or locks. Use transaction codes like ST04 (Database Performance) to analyze database performance.
  
  
  Adjust Job Scheduling: If the job is scheduled during peak hours, consider rescheduling it to a less busy time.
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: If the job is expected to take a long time due to legitimate reasons, consider adjusting the timeout settings for background jobs in the system configuration.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to long-running jobs.
  
  
  Engage Basis Team: If the issue persists, involve your SAP Basis team for deeper analysis and support.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), ST03N (Workload Analysis), ST06 (Operating System Monitor).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for specific issues related to background jobs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on background job management and performance tuning for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the underlying issues causing the CCMS_LONGBTC004 error in your SAP system.