How To Fix CMS_BII_SERVICES103 - Cannot run data extraction;a process is already running in the background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_BII_SERVICES - CMS-Basel II: Data Extraction Services Messages

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Cannot run data extraction;a process is already running in the background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_BII_SERVICES103 - Cannot run data extraction;a process is already running in the background ?

  The SAP error message CMS_BII_SERVICES103 indicates that a data extraction process cannot be initiated because another process is already running in the background. This is a common issue in environments where multiple data extraction jobs are scheduled or executed simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processes: The most common cause is that a previous data extraction job is still running. SAP BusinessObjects (BO) restricts concurrent executions of certain processes to prevent data inconsistencies or resource contention.
  Stuck Processes: Sometimes, a process may not terminate correctly and can remain in a "running" state, blocking new jobs from starting.
  Configuration Limits: There may be configuration settings that limit the number of concurrent data extraction jobs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Running Processes:
  
  Go to the Central Management Console (CMC) and check the status of running jobs. Look for any data extraction jobs that are still in progress.
  If you find a job that is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate it.
  
  
  
  Terminate Stuck Jobs:
  
  If you identify a stuck job, you can stop it from the CMC. Navigate to the "Jobs" section, find the job, and choose the option to stop or kill it.
  
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling:
  
  If you frequently encounter this issue, consider reviewing your job scheduling to avoid overlapping jobs. Adjust the timing of your data extraction jobs to ensure they do not run concurrently.
  
  
  
  Increase Concurrent Job Limits:
  
  If your environment allows it and you have the necessary resources, you may consider increasing the limit for concurrent jobs in the system settings.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the job is stuck or why the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the relevant SAP services (like the Adaptive Job Server) may help clear any stuck processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BusinessObjects documentation for more details on job management and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  Best Practices: Implement best practices for job scheduling and monitoring to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_BII_SERVICES103 error and successfully run your data extraction processes.