How To Fix MLT604 - A statistics update is active or scheduled (in the next &1 seconds)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MLT - Messages for Translation Tools

• Message number: 604

• Message text: A statistics update is active or scheduled (in the next &1 seconds)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MLT604 - A statistics update is active or scheduled (in the next &1 seconds) ?

  The SAP error message MLT604 indicates that a statistics update is currently active or scheduled to occur shortly. This message typically arises in the context of inventory management or material management processes where statistical data is being updated.
  Cause:
  
  Active Statistics Update: A statistics update is already in progress for the material or inventory data you are trying to access or modify.
  Scheduled Update: There is a scheduled update that is set to occur within a short time frame (indicated by the &1 seconds in the message).
  Concurrency Issues: The system prevents concurrent updates to ensure data integrity, which can lead to this error if multiple processes attempt to update statistics simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait for the current statistics update to complete. The message indicates that the update will finish shortly.
  Check Background Jobs: If the update seems to be taking too long, check the background jobs in the SAP system (transaction code SM37) to see if there are any long-running jobs related to statistics updates.
  Review Scheduled Jobs: Use transaction code SM36 to review any scheduled jobs that might be causing the update to be queued.
  System Monitoring: Monitor system performance and resource usage to ensure that the update process is not being hindered by system load or resource constraints.
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, consult SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM36: Schedule background jobs.
  MMBE: Check stock overview, which may trigger statistics updates.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and statistics updates for more detailed information on how these processes work.
  Performance Tuning: If this error occurs frequently, consider reviewing the performance of your SAP system and optimizing the configuration for statistics updates.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.