How To Fix RETAIL_ST_ODATA450 - Previous update of unprocessed sales for store &1 took too long.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETAIL_ST_ODATA - Messages for use in Fiori Retail Store Applications

• Message number: 450

• Message text: Previous update of unprocessed sales for store &1 took too long.

What causes this issue?

The previous update of the buffer for unprocessed sales took longer than
the time interval in minutes you specified in
<DS:DE.RTST_UNPROCD_SALES_UPDATE_TIME>Update Buffered Unprocessed Sales
After</> in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.RTST_CAR_INTEG>Define Basic Settings for Integration with SAP
Customer Activity Repository</>.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If this error occurs frequently, consider to increase the
<DS:DE.RTST_AUTOM_UPDATE_TIME_IN_MINS>time interval</> specified in in
Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.RTST_CAR_INTEG>Define Basic Settings for Integration with SAP
Customer Activity Repository</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETAIL_ST_ODATA450 - Previous update of unprocessed sales for store &1 took too long. ?

  The SAP error message "RETAIL_ST_ODATA450 Previous update of unprocessed sales for store &1 took too long" typically indicates that there is a delay or timeout in processing sales data for a specific store in the SAP Retail system. This can occur in scenarios where the system is trying to update or process a large volume of sales data, and the operation exceeds the allowed time limit.
  Causes:
  
  High Volume of Data: A large number of sales transactions may be queued for processing, leading to delays.
  System Performance Issues: The SAP system may be experiencing performance issues due to insufficient resources (CPU, memory, etc.) or high load.
  Database Locks: There may be locks on the database that prevent timely processing of the sales data.
  Inefficient Queries: Poorly optimized queries or processes that take longer to execute can contribute to this issue.
  Network Latency: If the system is accessing remote databases or services, network latency can also cause delays.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Monitor System Performance: Check the performance of the SAP system and the database. Use transaction codes like ST03N (Workload Analysis) and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to identify bottlenecks.
  Increase Timeout Settings: If applicable, consider increasing the timeout settings for the OData service or the relevant processing jobs.
  Optimize Data Processing: Review and optimize the processes that handle sales data. This may involve optimizing database queries or breaking down large transactions into smaller batches.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) to check for any locks that may be causing delays and resolve them if necessary.
  Schedule Off-Peak Processing: If possible, schedule the processing of large volumes of sales data during off-peak hours to reduce load on the system.
  Review OData Service Configuration: Ensure that the OData service is properly configured and optimized for performance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  ST03N: Workload Analysis
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation and assistance.