How To Fix RT017 - Frequency &1 &3 < &2 &3 (no. of messages per minute above threshold val)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RT - Monitoring infrastructure MSG and alert texts

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Frequency &1 &3 < &2 &3 (no. of messages per minute above threshold val)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RT017 - Frequency &1 &3 < &2 &3 (no. of messages per minute above threshold val) ?

  The SAP error message RT017 indicates that the number of messages being processed per minute has exceeded a predefined threshold value. This can occur in various contexts, such as in the SAP Application Server or during message processing in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  High Volume of Messages: The system is receiving or processing a higher volume of messages than it is configured to handle within a minute.
  Configuration Settings: The threshold values for message processing may be set too low for the current workload.
  Performance Issues: There may be performance bottlenecks in the system, such as insufficient resources (CPU, memory, etc.) or inefficient processing logic.
  Network Issues: Delays in network communication can lead to message accumulation, causing spikes in message processing rates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Increase Threshold Values: If the current threshold values are too low for your operational needs, consider increasing them. This can be done in the SAP system configuration settings.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction codes like ST03N (Workload Analysis) or ST06 (Operating System Monitor) to analyze system performance and identify bottlenecks.
  Optimize Message Processing: Review the logic and processing of messages to ensure they are being handled efficiently. This may involve optimizing code or adjusting processing logic.
  Scale Resources: If the system is consistently under heavy load, consider scaling up resources (e.g., adding more CPU or memory) or distributing the load across additional application servers.
  Check Network Performance: Ensure that there are no network issues affecting message delivery and processing. This may involve checking network latency and bandwidth.
  Review Background Jobs: If there are background jobs that are processing messages, ensure they are running efficiently and not causing delays.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for monitoring and performance analysis, such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM50 (Process Overview), and SM66 (Global Work Process Overview).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to message processing and performance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on configuring message processing and performance tuning.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the RT017 error and improve the message processing capabilities of your SAP system.