How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E308 - System Failure. Exception during parallel process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 308

• Message text: System Failure. Exception during parallel process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E308 - System Failure. Exception during parallel process ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E308 System Failure. Exception during parallel process typically indicates that there was an issue during the execution of a parallel processing task in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during batch jobs, report executions, or when processing large volumes of data.
  Possible Causes:
  
  System Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (CPU, memory, etc.), which can lead to failures in parallel processing.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for parallel processing in the SAP system can lead to exceptions.
  Data Issues: Corrupted or inconsistent data being processed can cause exceptions during execution.
  Code Errors: Custom code or enhancements that are not handling exceptions properly can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs after a transport, it may be due to missing objects or dependencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor the system's performance and resource usage. If resources are low, consider optimizing the workload or increasing system capacity.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for parallel processing in the relevant transaction or job. Ensure that they are set correctly.
  Analyze Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  Debugging: If you have access to the code, consider debugging the process to identify where the exception is occurring.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data being processed to ensure there are no corrupt records.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (for monitoring jobs), SLG1 (for application logs), and ST22 (for dump analysis).
  Parallel Processing Settings: Review the settings for parallel processing in the relevant transaction or job configuration.
  Performance Tuning: Consider performance tuning for the system to handle parallel processes more effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /PF1/MSG_PO_E308 System Failure. Exception during parallel process error in your SAP system.