How To Fix CNVA_00555_MSG068 - Activity is already running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Activity is already running

What causes this issue?

You cannot execute the same activity again if the activity is already in
running state. You can execute the activity when it is initial, canceled
or finished state.

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?

Wait untill the activity is completed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_00555_MSG068 - Activity is already running ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_00555_MSG068 indicates that an activity you are trying to execute is already running. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Change and Transport System (CTS) or during the execution of background jobs, where the system detects that a particular process or job is already in progress.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The most common cause is that the same job or activity is being triggered multiple times, either manually or through automated processes.
  Long-Running Processes: If a previous instance of the job is taking longer than expected, it may still be running when you attempt to start it again.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that allow for only one instance of a job to run at a time, leading to this error if another instance is already active.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent data inconsistencies. If a job is locked, any attempt to start it again will result in this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Running Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check if the job is currently running. If it is, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  Cancel or Delete the Job: If the job is stuck or taking too long, you can cancel or delete it from the job monitoring screen.
  Review Job Scheduling: Ensure that jobs are not scheduled to run concurrently unless intended. Adjust the scheduling to avoid overlaps.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If jobs are frequently timing out, consider increasing the timeout settings or optimizing the job to run more efficiently.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that may be preventing the job from running. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them.
  Consult Logs: Review the job logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the job is taking longer than expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CNVA_00555_MSG068 error effectively.