How To Fix /PF1/PE_PP_BASIS013 - Error during start of parallel processing (return code &1)

/PF1/PE_PP_BASIS013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/PE_PP_BASIS -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Error during start of parallel processing (return code &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/PE_PP_BASIS013 - Error during start of parallel processing (return code &1) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/PE_PP_BASIS013 Error during start of parallel processing (return code &1) typically indicates that there was an issue when attempting to initiate parallel processing in an SAP system. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: The SAP system may not be properly configured to handle parallel processing. This could include settings related to background jobs or parallel processing parameters.
  
  
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (CPU, memory, etc.), which can prevent the successful initiation of parallel processes.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to start the parallel processing may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: There may be conflicts with other scheduled jobs that are consuming resources or locking necessary objects.
  
  
  Transport Layer Issues: If the error occurs during a transport operation, there may be issues with the transport