How To Fix MPD198 - Maintenance plan starting is in process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Maintenance plan starting is in process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD198 - Maintenance plan starting is in process ?

  The SAP error message MPD198 ("Maintenance plan starting is in process") typically occurs when there is an attempt to start a maintenance plan that is already in the process of being executed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a maintenance plan is triggered for execution, but the system has not yet completed the previous execution.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The maintenance plan is already being processed, and a new request to start it is made.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock on the maintenance plan due to ongoing processing or a previous error that has not been resolved.
  Background Job: If the maintenance plan is scheduled to run as a background job, it may still be in the execution phase.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Execution Status: Verify if the maintenance plan is currently running. You can do this by checking the job logs or the maintenance plan status in the SAP system.
  Wait for Completion: If the maintenance plan is indeed in process, wait for it to complete before attempting to start it again.
  Review Job Logs: If the maintenance plan is stuck, review the job logs for any errors or issues that may have caused it to hang.
  Terminate Job: If necessary, you can terminate the job that is currently running the maintenance plan. This should be done with caution, as it may lead to incomplete processing.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the maintenance plan and release them if needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific details related to your version and configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IP24: Display Maintenance Plans
  IP30: Maintenance Plan Overview
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that could provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.