How To Fix ORA_ISQ006 - Parallel degree needs to be between 1 to 9

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ORA_ISQ - Messages for RSORAISQ

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Parallel degree needs to be between 1 to 9

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ORA_ISQ006 - Parallel degree needs to be between 1 to 9 ?

  The error message "ORA_ISQ006 Parallel degree needs to be between 1 to 9" typically occurs in SAP when there is an issue with the configuration of parallel processing in Oracle databases. This error indicates that the degree of parallelism specified for a certain operation exceeds the allowed limits set by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Parallel Degree: The parallel degree specified for a query or operation is set to a value that is outside the acceptable range (1 to 9).
  Configuration Issues: The system may have been configured incorrectly, leading to an attempt to use a parallel degree that is not supported.
  Database Settings: The Oracle database may have restrictions on the maximum degree of parallelism that can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Parallel Degree Setting: Review the settings in your SAP system or the specific query that is causing the error. Ensure that the parallel degree is set to a value between 1 and 9.
  
  You can adjust the parallel degree in the SQL query or in the SAP configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Modify Database Configuration: If you have access to the Oracle database settings, you may want to check the parameters related to parallel processing. You can use the following SQL command to check the current settings:
  SELECT value FROM v$parameter WHERE name = 'parallel_max_servers';
  Adjust the settings if necessary, but be cautious and consult with your DBA.
  
  
  SAP Configuration: If the error is occurring in a specific transaction or report, check the configuration settings in SAP related to parallel processing. You may need to adjust the settings in transaction codes like RZ10 (for profile parameters) or RZ11 (for dynamic parameters).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP and Oracle documentation for best practices regarding parallel processing and any specific configurations that may be required for your version of the software.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Parallel Processing: This is a feature that allows multiple processes to run simultaneously, improving performance for large queries or data processing tasks.
  Oracle Database Documentation: Review the Oracle documentation for details on parallel execution and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to parallel processing and this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.