How To Fix NSDM_MIG_CONTROL012 - Number of batch processes used for control job: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NSDM_MIG_CONTROL - Log message for migration

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Number of batch processes used for control job: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NSDM_MIG_CONTROL012 - Number of batch processes used for control job: &1 ?

  The SAP error message NSDM_MIG_CONTROL012 indicates that there is an issue with the number of batch processes being used for a control job in the context of data migration or system migration. This error typically arises when the number of batch processes exceeds the allowed limit or is not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Batch Process Limit: The number of batch processes configured for the control job exceeds the maximum allowed limit set in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The settings for batch processing in the SAP system may not be properly configured, leading to this error.
  Resource Constraints: The system may not have enough resources (like memory or CPU) to handle the number of batch processes requested.
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: There may be conflicts with other scheduled jobs that are consuming the available batch processing resources.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Batch Process Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM37 to check the status of the jobs and see how many batch processes are currently running.
  Review the configuration settings for batch processing in the system. You can check the parameters in transaction RZ10 or RZ11 to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Number of Batch Processes:
  
  If the number of batch processes is set too high, reduce it to a manageable number that does not exceed the system's capacity.
  You can adjust the number of parallel processes in the job definition or in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  Use transaction ST02 (Tune Summary) or ST03N (Workload Analysis) to monitor system performance and resource usage.
  Ensure that the system has adequate resources (CPU, memory) to handle the batch jobs.
  
  
  
  Reschedule Jobs:
  
  If there are conflicts with other jobs, consider rescheduling the control job to a time when fewer jobs are running.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  RZ10/RZ11: Profile Parameters
  ST02: Tune Summary
  ST03N: Workload Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for data migration or system migration for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.