How To Fix CNVA_00555_MSG062 - Maximum jobs in a step cannot be less than &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVA_00555_MSG - Maintaining Messages for Run Time Analysis Tool

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Maximum jobs in a step cannot be less than &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_00555_MSG062 - Maximum jobs in a step cannot be less than &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_00555_MSG062 with the description "Maximum jobs in a step cannot be less than &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Change and Transport System (CTS) or during the execution of background jobs in the SAP system. This error indicates that the configuration for the maximum number of jobs allowed in a particular step is set to a value that is less than the minimum required, which is usually 1.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The maximum number of jobs for a specific step in a process or job configuration has been set to a value less than 1.
  Incorrect Parameter Settings: The parameters related to job processing in the system may have been incorrectly set, leading to this error.
  Transport Request Issues: If this error occurs during a transport request, it may indicate that the transport configuration is not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system where the maximum jobs for the step are defined.
  Ensure that the maximum number of jobs is set to at least 1. This can usually be found in transaction codes like SE09 or SE10 for transport requests or in the job scheduling settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Parameters:
  
  If you have access to the system settings, check the parameters related to job processing. You can use transaction RZ10 to view and modify instance profiles.
  Look for parameters like rdisp/wp_no_btc (number of background work processes) and ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Job Definitions:
  
  If the error occurs during job execution, review the job definitions in transaction SM37 to ensure that they are correctly configured and that the maximum job settings are appropriate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to job scheduling and transport management for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and parameters, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE09 / SE10 - Transport Organizer
  SM37 - Job Monitoring
  RZ10 - Profile Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message CNVA_00555_MSG062 in your SAP system.