How To Fix RSM1611 - InfoPackage & is scheduled or is running now; cannot start it again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM1 - Messages for AWB, Scheduler and Monitor (new)

• Message number: 611

• Message text: InfoPackage & is scheduled or is running now; cannot start it again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1611 - InfoPackage & is scheduled or is running now; cannot start it again ?

  The SAP error message RSM1611 indicates that an InfoPackage is either currently running or is scheduled to run, and therefore cannot be started again until the current execution is completed. This is a common issue in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with data loading processes.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The InfoPackage is already in the process of executing, either due to a manual start or a scheduled job.
  Job Scheduling: The InfoPackage might be scheduled to run at a specific time, and the system is preventing a second instance from starting to avoid conflicts.
  Long Running Processes: Sometimes, the InfoPackage may take longer than expected to complete, leading to this error if another attempt is made to start it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Running Jobs:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check if the InfoPackage is currently running. You can filter by the job name or user.
  If you find the job running, you can either wait for it to complete or, if necessary, terminate it (be cautious with this option).
  
  
  
  Check Scheduled Jobs:
  
  If the InfoPackage is scheduled, you can check the scheduling details in transaction RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance) or RSVP (InfoPackage Monitor).
  If you need to change the schedule, you can do so in the relevant scheduling settings.
  
  
  
  Monitor Process Chains:
  
  If the InfoPackage is part of a process chain, check the status of the entire process chain in transaction RSPC. Ensure that all preceding steps have completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the InfoPackage is running, the simplest solution is to wait for it to finish. You can monitor its progress in the same transaction codes mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  If the InfoPackage is taking too long, review the logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why it is not completing. You can check logs in transaction SLG1 (Application Log).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  RSVP: InfoPackage Monitor
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Avoid scheduling multiple instances of the same InfoPackage to prevent conflicts.
  Regularly monitor the performance of InfoPackages and process chains to identify any bottlenecks.
  Consider implementing alerts or notifications for long-running jobs to take proactive measures.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM1611 error and manage your InfoPackages effectively.