How To Fix CNV_PE_POST826 - No free batch process available; releasing of job impossible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_POST -

• Message number: 826

• Message text: No free batch process available; releasing of job impossible

What causes this issue?

Trying to release a batch job was impossible as no free batch process
was available.

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?

Try again later.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE_POST826 - No free batch process available; releasing of job impossible ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE_POST826 indicates that there are no free batch processes available for the job you are trying to release. 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:
  
  Resource Limitation: The system may have reached its limit for concurrent batch processes. This can happen if there are too many jobs running simultaneously, consuming all available batch processing resources.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for batch processing may not be optimized, leading to insufficient resources being allocated for batch jobs.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can also lead to a situation where batch processes are not available.
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: There may be conflicts with other scheduled jobs that are consuming the available batch processing capacity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Job Status: Use transaction SM37 to check the status of currently running batch jobs. Identify any long-running or stuck jobs that may be consuming resources.
  Terminate Unnecessary Jobs: If you find jobs that are no longer needed or are stuck, consider terminating them to free up resources.
  Increase Batch Process Capacity: If your system allows, consider increasing the number of batch processes available. This can be done in the system configuration settings (transaction RZ10 or RZ11).
  Optimize Job Scheduling: Review the scheduling of batch jobs to ensure that they are not all running at the same time. Staggering job execution can help manage resource usage more effectively.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction ST03N or ST06 to monitor system performance and identify any bottlenecks that may be affecting batch processing.
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult your SAP Basis team for further analysis and potential adjustments to system parameters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Monitor and manage batch jobs.
  RZ10/RZ11: Adjust system parameters.
  ST03N: Analyze workload and performance.
  ST06: Monitor system performance metrics.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to batch processing and job scheduling for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_PE_POST826 error and successfully release your job.