How To Fix CNV_PE233 - Worklist item is already scheduled for background processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Worklist item is already scheduled for background processing

What causes this issue?

Worklist item <ZH>&V1&</> (ID: <ZH>&V2&</>) is already scheduled for
batch processing with batch job <ZH>&V3&</><ZH> (ID: &V4&)</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Item must <ZH>not </>be changed as long as the batch job is <ZH>not
</>finished.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE233 - Worklist item is already scheduled for background processing ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE233 indicates that a worklist item is already scheduled for background processing. This typically occurs in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A worklist item has already been scheduled for execution in the background, and an attempt is made to schedule it again.
  There may be a timing issue where the same item is being processed multiple times due to user actions or system behavior.
  The system may not have completed the previous processing of the worklist item, leading to a conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CNV_PE233 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Background Jobs:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check if the worklist item is already being processed in the background.
  Look for jobs related to the specific worklist item and see their status (e.g., Running, Finished, Canceled).
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the job is still running, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting to schedule the worklist item again.
  
  
  
  Cancel Duplicate Jobs:
  
  If you find that there are duplicate jobs scheduled for the same worklist item, you can cancel the unnecessary ones to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the logs for the background job to identify any issues that may have caused it to hang or fail.
  
  
  
  Re-schedule the Worklist Item:
  
  Once you have confirmed that the worklist item is not being processed, you can attempt to schedule it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion process you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SLG1: Application Log
  SE38: ABAP Program Execution (to run specific programs related to migration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling worklist items in background processing.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Ensure that you have a clear understanding of the migration process and avoid initiating multiple processes for the same worklist item simultaneously.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_PE233 error and successfully manage your worklist items in SAP.