How To Fix LQ371 - A job is already active (risk of conflict)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LQ - Proposal Pool Management

• Message number: 371

• Message text: A job is already active (risk of conflict)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LQ371 - A job is already active (risk of conflict) ?

  The SAP error message LQ371 indicates that a job is already active, which poses a risk of conflict. This error typically occurs in the context of background processing or job scheduling in SAP, particularly when multiple jobs are trying to access the same resources or data simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Job Execution: The most common cause of this error is that a job is already running, and another job that requires the same resources is being triggered.
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: If jobs are scheduled to run at the same time and they are not designed to run concurrently, this error can occur.
  Locking Mechanisms: SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent data inconsistencies. If a job holds a lock on a resource, another job trying to access that resource will encounter this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect job configuration or dependencies may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of active jobs. Look for jobs that are currently running and may be causing the conflict.
  Job Scheduling: If you find that jobs are scheduled to run at the same time, consider rescheduling them to avoid conflicts. You can adjust the start times or set dependencies between jobs.
  Job Management: If a job is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate it. You can do this in transaction SM37 by selecting the job and choosing the option to cancel or delete it.
  Review Job Definitions: Ensure that the job definitions do not allow for concurrent execution if they are not designed to run simultaneously. You can set the job to run in a non-concurrent mode if necessary.
  Lock Management: Investigate if there are any locks that are causing the issue. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and release them if they are no longer needed.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to job scheduling and background processing for any specific recommendations or best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor job status.
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM36: Define and schedule background jobs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job scheduling and conflicts.
  System Performance: If jobs are frequently conflicting, it may be worth reviewing system performance and resource allocation to ensure that jobs can run efficiently without conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LQ371 error and implement a solution to resolve it.