How To Fix RT735 - Number of errors in background work processes per minute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 735

• Message text: Number of errors in background work processes per minute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RT735 - Number of errors in background work processes per minute ?

  The SAP error message RT735 indicates that there is a high number of errors occurring in the background work processes of the SAP system. This can lead to performance issues and may affect the overall stability of the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of background jobs or work processes can lead to errors.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory, disk space) can cause background jobs to fail.
  Job Dependencies: Background jobs may depend on the completion of other jobs, and if those jobs fail, it can lead to a cascade of errors.
  Data Issues: Corrupted or invalid data being processed by background jobs can lead to errors.
  Program Errors: Bugs or issues in the ABAP programs being executed in the background can cause failures.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can lead to background job failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Analyze Job Logs: Check the logs of the failed background jobs to identify the specific errors. Use transaction codes like SM37 to view job logs.
  Check System Resources: Monitor system performance using transaction codes like ST03N or ST06 to ensure that there are enough resources available.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the background job configuration is correct. Check for any misconfigurations in job scheduling or parameters.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed by the background jobs to ensure there are no corrupt or invalid entries.
  Debugging: If the error is related to a specific ABAP program, consider debugging the program to identify the root cause of the issue.
  Increase Work Process Capacity: If the system is under heavy load, consider increasing the number of background work processes in the instance profile.
  Database Maintenance: Perform regular database maintenance tasks, such as updating statistics and checking for locks or performance issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for errors.
  ST22: Analyze dumps for ABAP runtime errors.
  ST03N: Performance analysis.
  ST06: Monitor operating system performance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to background processing and specific error messages for additional guidance and patches.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for background processing and troubleshooting guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RT735 error and implement appropriate solutions to mitigate the issue. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.