How To Fix CRM_ES_EXTRACTION018 - Initialization of parallel process failed; check server group setting

CRM_ES_EXTRACTION018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ES_EXTRACTION - Messages for data extraction

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Initialization of parallel process failed; check server group setting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ES_EXTRACTION018 - Initialization of parallel process failed; check server group setting ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ES_EXTRACTION018 indicates that there is an issue with the initialization of a parallel process in the context of data extraction in SAP CRM. This error typically arises when the system is unable to allocate the necessary resources or when there is a misconfiguration in the server group settings.
  Causes:
  
  Server Group Configuration: The server group settings may not be properly configured, leading to issues in resource allocation for parallel processing.
  Insufficient Resources: The system may not have enough resources (e.g., memory, CPU) available to handle the parallel processes.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues affecting the communication between the application server and the database or other components.
  System Load: High system load or contention for resources can prevent the initialization of parallel processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required resources.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Server Group Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SMLT (Transaction for managing server