How To Fix RSMPC147 - InfoPackage &1(&2) already exists in process chains

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMPC - Messages for Process Chains of Generic Processes

• Message number: 147

• Message text: InfoPackage &1(&2) already exists in process chains

What causes this issue?

InfoPackage &V1&(&V2&) already exists in &V3& process chains, for
example in chain &V4&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to use an InfoPackage with the settings in &V1&(&V2&)
without the process chain, copy the InfoPackage and use the copy.
Note that all settings made here have a direct influence on all
proecess chains in this InfoPackage.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMPC147 - InfoPackage &1(&2) already exists in process chains ?

  The SAP error message RSMPC147 indicates that an InfoPackage is already being processed in one or more process chains. This can occur when you attempt to execute an InfoPackage that is already running or is scheduled to run as part of a process chain.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The InfoPackage is currently being executed by another process chain or job.
  Scheduling Conflicts: The InfoPackage might be scheduled to run at the same time as another job, leading to conflicts.
  Process Chain Dependencies: The InfoPackage is part of a process chain that is still in progress.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Running Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for any running jobs that might be executing the InfoPackage. If you find a job that is currently running, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  Review Process Chains: Use transaction code RSPC to review the process chains that include the InfoPackage. Check if any of these chains are currently active.
  Terminate or Reschedule: If necessary, you can terminate the running job (if it is safe to do so) or reschedule the InfoPackage to run at a different time.
  Monitor Process Chain Execution: Ensure that the process chains are monitored properly to avoid overlapping executions in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Avoid scheduling multiple jobs that use the same InfoPackage at the same time.
  Implement proper monitoring and alerting for long-running jobs to prevent overlaps.
  Consider using variants for InfoPackages to manage different execution scenarios.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSMPC147 error and ensure smoother execution of your InfoPackages within process chains.