How To Fix KW111 - System error: &1 when parallel step &4 was scheduled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 111

• Message text: System error: &1 when parallel step &4 was scheduled

What causes this issue?

When you scheduled parallel step &V4&, a system error occurred.
Error text: &V2&&V3&

System Response

Processing of parallel step &V4& could not be continued.

How to fix this error?

Repeat processing for the objects selected in the parallel step (see
job log).

Procedure for System Administrators

SY-SUBRC = &V1&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW111 - System error: &1 when parallel step &4 was scheduled ?

  The SAP error message KW111, which states "System error: &1 when parallel step &4 was scheduled," typically occurs in the context of background processing or parallel processing in SAP systems. This error indicates that there was a problem when trying to schedule a parallel step in a background job.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, CPU) to handle the parallel processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the job scheduling or parallel processing settings.
  System Locking: The job may be trying to access a resource that is currently locked by another process.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the job from being scheduled properly.
  Transport Issues: If the job is related to a transport request, there may be issues with the transport itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor the system's resource usage (CPU, memory, etc.) and ensure that there are enough resources available for parallel processing.
  Review Job Configuration: Check the configuration of the background job and ensure that it is set up correctly for parallel processing.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing the job from executing.
  Review Logs: Check the job logs (transaction SM37) for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into what went wrong.
  Database Health: Ensure that the database is functioning correctly and that there are no issues that could affect job scheduling.
  Adjust Parallel Processing Settings: If necessary, adjust the settings for parallel processing in the system configuration to allow for more parallel jobs to run.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: To monitor background jobs and check their status.
  SM12: To check for locks in the system.
  SM21: To view system logs for any related errors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to background processing and parallel processing for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KW111 error in your SAP system.