How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON113 - Process has been canceled because of a running agent '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MON - [OBSOLETE] ILM Store: Monitoring Framework Messages

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Process has been canceled because of a running agent '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON113 - Process has been canceled because of a running agent '&1' ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON113 indicates that a process has been canceled because there is already a running agent associated with the same task. This typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when multiple processes attempt to access or modify the same resource simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  
  Concurrent Execution: The error usually arises when an ILM process is already running, and another attempt is made to start the same process. This can happen if:
  
  A scheduled job is already executing.
  A manual execution is attempted while a scheduled job is still in progress.
  There are overlapping timeframes for different jobs that access the same data.
  
  
  
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent data inconsistencies. If one agent is processing data, another agent cannot start until the first one completes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Running Processes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for any running jobs related to the ILM process. Look for jobs that are currently executing and see if they are related to the same task.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If you find that a job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting to start the process again.
  
  
  Cancel or Reschedule: If the running job is stuck or taking too long, you may consider canceling it (if appropriate) and then re-running your process. Be cautious with this approach to avoid data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling: If this is a recurring issue, review the scheduling of your jobs to ensure that they do not overlap. Adjust the timing of jobs to prevent concurrent execution.
  
  
  Check for Errors: If the running job has failed or is in an error state, investigate the logs to understand why it is not completing. You can use transaction SLG1 to check application logs for more details.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to ILM for any specific recommendations or patches that may address this issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ILM_STOR_MON for monitoring ILM storage processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to ILM processes and error ILM_STOR_MON113.
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor the performance of your ILM processes to identify potential bottlenecks or issues that could lead to overlapping executions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ILM_STOR_MON113 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.