How To Fix MLT601 - Worklist run with statistics is scheduled or active for language '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MLT - Messages for Translation Tools

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Worklist run with statistics is scheduled or active for language '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MLT601 - Worklist run with statistics is scheduled or active for language '&1' ?

  The SAP error message MLT601 indicates that a worklist run with statistics is either scheduled or currently active for a specific language (denoted by &1). This message typically arises in the context of the SAP system's worklist processing, particularly when dealing with multilingual data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A worklist run that collects statistics for a specific language is already in progress or has been scheduled.
  The system does not allow multiple concurrent worklist runs for the same language to avoid data inconsistencies or performance issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MLT601 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Jobs:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check for any active or scheduled jobs related to the worklist run for the specified language.
  Look for jobs that are currently running or have been scheduled but not yet executed.
  
  
  
  Cancel or Wait:
  
  If you find an active job that is causing the conflict, you can either wait for it to complete or cancel it if it is stuck or no longer needed.
  To cancel a job, select it in the job overview and choose the option to cancel.
  
  
  
  Reschedule the Worklist Run:
  
  Once the active job is completed or canceled, you can attempt to reschedule the worklist run for the desired language.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If the job was canceled or failed, check the job logs for any errors that might have caused the issue. This can provide insights into whether there are underlying problems that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to worklist processing and statistics collection for any specific recommendations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to worklist processing.
  Performance Considerations: Be aware that running multiple worklist jobs can impact system performance, so it's essential to manage job scheduling effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.