How To Fix EM262 - Active group run stopped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Active group run stopped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM262 - Active group run stopped ?

  The SAP error message EM262, which states "Active group run stopped," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's background processing, particularly when dealing with batch jobs or job scheduling. This error indicates that a job or a group of jobs that were supposed to run in the background has been interrupted or stopped for some reason.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Issues: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory, etc.) can lead to job failures.
  Job Conflicts: Conflicts with other running jobs or processes can cause a job to stop.
  Errors in Job Steps: If one of the steps in the job fails, it can cause the entire job to stop.
  User Intervention: A user or administrator may have manually stopped the job.
  System Errors: Issues such as database locks, connectivity problems, or system crashes can lead to job interruptions.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect job configuration or scheduling parameters can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the job stopped. You can do this in transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Analyze System Resources: Monitor system performance and resource usage to ensure that there are enough resources available for job execution.
  Review Job Steps: Check each step of the job for errors. If a specific step is failing, investigate and resolve the underlying issue.
  Check for Conflicts: Ensure that there are no conflicting jobs running at the same time that could be causing the issue.
  Restart the Job: If the issue has been resolved, you can restart the job from the job monitoring screen (SM37).
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors that might provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM65: Job Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to EM262 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for background processing and job scheduling for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.