How To Fix /PRA/PN079 - Process &1 is in process

/PRA/PN079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/PN -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Process &1 is in process

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/PRA/PN079 - Details

• The SAP error message /PRA/PN079 Process &1 is in process typically indicates that a particular process or transaction is currently being executed and cannot be started again until the current instance is completed or terminated. This can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing, batch jobs, or workflows.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The process you are trying to initiate is already running. This can happen if the same job or transaction is triggered multiple times.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent data inconsistencies. If a process is locked, other attempts to start the same process will be blocked.
  Long-Running Processes: If a process takes longer than expected, it may lead to this error if another attempt is made to start the same process.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that restrict concurrent executions of certain processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Running Processes: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) or