How To Fix KW112 - System error: &1 when parallel step &4 was received

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 112

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

What causes this issue?

When parallel step &V4& was received, a system error occurred:
Error text: &V2&&V3&

System Response

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

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 KW112 - System error: &1 when parallel step &4 was received ?

  The SAP error message KW112, which states "System error: &1 when parallel step &4 was received," typically indicates an issue related to parallel processing in SAP, particularly in the context of background jobs or parallel processing steps in workflows.
  Cause:
  
  System Resource Issues: The error may occur due to insufficient system resources (CPU, memory, etc.) when trying to execute parallel steps.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the parallel processing settings or in the job scheduling.
  Database Locking: If the parallel step is trying to access a resource that is locked by another process, it can lead to this error.
  Program Errors: There could be bugs or issues in the ABAP program or function module being executed in the parallel step.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, there may be inconsistencies in the objects involved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor the system's performance and resource usage. If resources are low, consider optimizing the workload or increasing system capacity.
  Review Job Configuration: Ensure that the parallel processing settings are correctly configured. Check the job definitions and parameters.
  Analyze Logs: Look into the job logs and system logs (transaction SM37 for job monitoring) to identify any specific issues or errors that occurred before KW112.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, consider debugging the program or function module that is causing the error to identify any logical issues.
  Database Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that might be causing the issue. If necessary, release locks that are no longer needed.
  Transport Consistency: If the error started occurring after a transport, check for inconsistencies in the transported objects. You may need to re-transport or adjust the objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM12: Check and manage database locks.
  SM21: System log for error messages.
  ST22: Dump analysis for ABAP runtime 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 parallel processing and job scheduling for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for a more in-depth analysis.