How To Fix COV_LOG041 - Excess background job: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COV_LOG - Coverage Analyzer: Log Entries in Monitor

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Excess background job: &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COV_LOG041 - Excess background job: &1 ?

  The SAP error message COV_LOG041, which states "Excess background job: &1," typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP. This message indicates that there are too many background jobs running concurrently, exceeding the system's configured limits.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Job Limits: The system has a predefined limit on the number of background jobs that can run simultaneously. If this limit is exceeded, you will encounter this error.
  System Configuration: The configuration settings for background processing may not be optimized for the current workload.
  Long-Running Jobs: If there are jobs that are taking longer than expected to complete, they can accumulate and lead to this error.
  Job Scheduling Issues: Jobs may be scheduled too closely together, leading to a spike in concurrent job execution.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Background Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to monitor the status of background jobs. Identify any jobs that are running longer than expected or are stuck.
  Adjust Job Scheduling: If possible, reschedule jobs to run at different times to avoid peak loads. This can help distribute the workload more evenly.
  Increase Job Limits: If your system resources allow it, consider increasing the maximum number of background jobs that can run concurrently. This can be done in the system profile parameters (e.g., rdisp/btctime and rdisp/btqsize).
  Optimize Long-Running Jobs: Review the long-running jobs to see if they can be optimized or if their execution can be broken down into smaller, more manageable tasks.
  System Performance: Ensure that the system has adequate resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to handle the background jobs. If necessary, consider scaling up the system resources.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM36: Schedule background jobs.
  SM50: Monitor active processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to background job processing.
  System Parameters: Review the system parameters related to background processing in the instance profile.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COV_LOG041 error and optimize your background job processing in SAP.