How To Fix RSODSO_PROCESSING026 - Processes of this process type (&1) are still running.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODSO_PROCESSING - Message Class for Collection RSODSO_PROCESSING

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Processes of this process type (&1) are still running.

What causes this issue?

This proces (process type: &v1&) was terminated and started again. There
are still processes running from the terminated process. These must be
finished before processing can be started again.

System Response

sy-subrc = &v2&.

How to fix this error?

End the processes that are still running.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODSO_PROCESSING026 - Processes of this process type (&1) are still running. ?

  The SAP error message RSODSO_PROCESSING026 indicates that there are still processes of a specific process type that are currently running, which prevents the system from executing a new request or operation related to that process type. This is commonly encountered in the context of Data Warehousing, particularly when dealing with DataStore Objects (DSOs) or InfoProviders in SAP BW.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Processes: The most common cause of this error is that there are active data load processes or transformations that are still running for the specified process type. This could be due to long-running data loads, or a previous process that has not yet completed.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple processes from interfering with each other. If a process is still active, it will lock the related objects, leading to this error.
  Stuck Processes: Sometimes, processes may get stuck due to various reasons such as system performance issues, deadlocks, or resource constraints.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Processes: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) or RSMO (Monitor Data Load) to check for any active or stuck processes related to the specific process type. Identify and monitor the status of these processes.
  Terminate Stuck Processes: If you find any processes that are stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate them. This can be done through the job monitoring transaction (SM37) by selecting the job and choosing to cancel it.
  Wait for Completion: If the processes are legitimate and running as expected, you may need to wait for them to complete before attempting to start a new process.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing the new process from starting. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure you understand the implications of doing so).
  System Performance: If processes are frequently getting stuck, consider reviewing system performance, resource allocation, and optimizing data load processes to prevent future occurrences.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), RSMO (Monitor Data Load), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing data loads and understanding process types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSODSO_PROCESSING026 error and ensure smoother operation of your SAP BW processes.