How To Fix CCMSBI_BCT_MESSAGES036 - Runtime of the last load process (in seconds)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCMSBI_BCT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Runtime of the last load process (in seconds)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMSBI_BCT_MESSAGES036 - Runtime of the last load process (in seconds) ?

  The SAP error message CCMSBI_BCT_MESSAGES036 typically indicates an issue related to the runtime of the last load process in the Business Intelligence (BI) system. This message is part of the monitoring and alerting framework in SAP, specifically within the context of the CCMS (Computing Center Management System) for Business Intelligence.
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Long Running Load Processes: The load process may be taking longer than expected due to large volumes of data, inefficient queries, or resource contention.
  System Performance Issues: High CPU or memory usage on the server can lead to slower processing times.
  Database Performance: Slow database performance due to locks, long-running queries, or insufficient indexing can impact load times.
  Network Issues: Network latency or interruptions can affect data transfer speeds during the load process.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the data load process or in the BI system configuration can lead to inefficiencies.
  
  Solution:
  To address the issue indicated by this error message, consider the following steps:
  
  Monitor Load Processes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to monitor the load processes and identify any that are taking longer than expected.
  Analyze Performance: Check system performance metrics (CPU, memory, disk I/O) to identify bottlenecks. Tools like ST03N (Workload Analysis) can help analyze performance.
  Database Optimization: Review database performance, including checking for locks, optimizing queries, and ensuring proper indexing.
  Review Load Process Configuration: Ensure that the data load process is configured correctly. Check for any unnecessary transformations or filters that could be slowing down the process.
  Increase Resources: If the system is consistently under heavy load, consider scaling up resources (CPU, memory) or optimizing the existing infrastructure.
  Network Check: Ensure that the network connection between the BI system and the data source is stable and has sufficient bandwidth.
  Schedule Loads During Off-Peak Hours: If possible, schedule heavy load processes during off-peak hours to minimize contention with other system activities.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to performance in BI load processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices in configuring and optimizing BI load processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the underlying issues causing the CCMSBI_BCT_MESSAGES036 error message.