How To Fix ILM_STOR_CS041 - RunID '&1' is still running; it is not possible to start another run

ILM_STOR_CS041 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_CS - ILM DB Store: Certification Suite Messages

• Message number: 041

• Message text: RunID '&1' is still running; it is not possible to start another run

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ILM_STOR_CS041 - Details

• The SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS041 indicates that a specific run identified by the RunID '&1' is still in progress, and as a result, the system does not allow the initiation of another run until the current one is completed. This is a common issue in systems that manage data archiving or information lifecycle management (ILM) processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The error typically occurs when a user attempts to start a new archiving or ILM run while another run is still executing. SAP restricts concurrent runs to prevent data inconsistencies and ensure system stability.
  Long-Running Processes: The current run may be taking longer than expected due to large volumes of data, system performance issues, or other factors that slow down processing.
  Stuck Processes: Sometimes, a run may appear to be still running due to a technical issue, such as a deadlock or a process that has not completed properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Runs: Use transaction codes like