How To Fix ECH_MSG045 - Total runtime is restricted to &1 seconds

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECH_MSG - Messages for Error & Conflict Handler

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Total runtime is restricted to &1 seconds

What causes this issue?

In exponential renewals, it is may occur that the maximum execution time
of &V1& seconds is exceeded. For this reason the time offset for the
runtime is restricted to a maximum value of &V1& seconds.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECH_MSG045 - Total runtime is restricted to &1 seconds ?

  The SAP error message ECH_MSG045 indicates that the total runtime for a particular process or job has exceeded the allowed limit, which is specified in seconds (represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of background jobs, long-running reports, or processes that are subject to runtime restrictions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Runtime Limit Configuration: The system has a predefined limit for how long a job can run. This limit is often set to prevent long-running processes from consuming excessive system resources.
  Inefficient Code: The program or report being executed may have inefficient code or logic that causes it to take longer than expected.
  Data Volume: The volume of data being processed may be larger than anticipated, leading to longer execution times.
  System Performance: The overall performance of the SAP system may be degraded due to high load, insufficient resources, or other background processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Runtime Limit:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can increase the runtime limit