How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH_E208 - Maximum number of automatic resubmission has been reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH_E -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Maximum number of automatic resubmission has been reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_E208 - Maximum number of automatic resubmission has been reached ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_E208 Maximum number of automatic resubmission has been reached typically occurs in the context of the Event Handling (EH) framework in SAP. This error indicates that a process or event has attempted to be automatically resubmitted multiple times, but has exceeded the configured limit for automatic resubmissions.
  Cause:
  
  Event Processing Failure: The event that is being processed has failed multiple times due to an underlying issue (e.g., data inconsistency, system errors, etc.).
  Configuration Limits: The system is configured with a maximum number of retries for automatic resubmission, and this limit has been reached.
  Transient Issues: Temporary issues in the system or external systems that the event relies on may cause repeated failures.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) to identify the root cause of the failures. Look for any specific error messages that indicate why the event processing is failing.
  Analyze Event Data: Investigate the data associated with the event to ensure it is valid and does not contain inconsistencies or errors.
  Adjust Resubmission Limit: If necessary, you can adjust the maximum number of automatic resubmissions in the configuration settings, but this should be done with caution and understanding of the underlying issues.
  Manual Intervention: If the issue persists, you may need to manually intervene to resolve the underlying problem or to process the event.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific event handling framework you are using for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check logs for errors related to the event.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues or provide patches.
  Event Handling Configuration: Review the configuration settings for event handling in your SAP system to ensure they are set appropriately for your business processes.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.