How To Fix DBOSC320 - Error while checking maximum runtime; runtime exceeded (&1 > &2)

DBOSC320 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Error while checking maximum runtime; runtime exceeded (&1 > &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC320 - Error while checking maximum runtime; runtime exceeded (&1 > &2) ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC320 indicates that a database operation has exceeded the maximum allowed runtime. This can occur during various database operations, such as queries or updates, when the execution time surpasses a predefined limit. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  Long-Running Queries: The most common cause is that a query or database operation is taking longer than expected, possibly due to inefficient SQL statements, large data volumes, or lack of proper indexing.
  Database Locking: If there are locks on the database tables being accessed, it can lead to delays in query execution.
  Resource Contention: High load on the database server or contention for resources can also lead to longer execution times.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum runtime for database operations may be set too low in the SAP system configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Optimize SQL Queries: Review and optimize the SQL queries that are causing the error. Look for