How To Fix G0836 - Status update in &1/&2 not possible -- the data monitor is not closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 836

• Message text: Status update in &1/&2 not possible -- the data monitor is not closed

What causes this issue?

While processing the current tasks, the data monitor was opened again
for period &V1&/&V2&. Saving the current status information is
therefore not useful and would lead to inconsistencies in the status
management.

System Response

Info message

How to fix this error?

Check the tasks in the data monitor and make sure that the data monitor
is closed (with overall status = "Complete").

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0836 - Status update in &1/&2 not possible -- the data monitor is not closed ?

  The SAP error message G0836 indicates that a status update in a specific object (identified by &1 and &2) cannot be performed because the data monitor is not closed. This typically occurs in the context of data processing or data monitoring activities within SAP systems, particularly in modules like SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the fact that there is an active data monitor session that is preventing the status update from being executed. The data monitor is a tool used to track and manage data loads, and if it is still open or active, it locks the associated data objects, preventing any changes to their status.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Close the Data Monitor:
  
  Navigate to the data monitor session that is currently open. This can usually be found in the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW).
  Look for any active data monitor sessions and close them. This may involve stopping any ongoing data loads or processes.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Processes:
  
  Ensure that there are no other processes or jobs that are currently using the data object. You can check the job overview (transaction SM37) to see if there are any jobs that might be locking the data.
  
  
  
  Retry the Status Update:
  
  Once the data monitor is closed and there are no active processes, attempt to perform the status update again.
  
  
  
  System Restart (if necessary):
  
  In some cases, if the data monitor does not close properly, a system restart may be required to clear any locks.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  If the issue persists, check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that might provide further insight into the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench (for BW)
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific modules (like BW or Data Services) for more detailed information on data monitoring and status updates.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G0836 error and successfully perform the status update. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.