How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR007 - Profile &1 uses more processes than available in the system (max.&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Profile &1 uses more processes than available in the system (max.&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR007 - Profile &1 uses more processes than available in the system (max.&2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR007 indicates that the profile specified (denoted by &1) is configured to use more processes than are available in the system (with a maximum limit of &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to allocate more parallel processing resources than what is available.
  Cause:
  
  Profile Configuration: The profile may be configured to use a number of processes that exceeds the maximum allowed by the system.
  System Resource Limitations: The system may have a limited number of processes available due to hardware constraints or configuration settings.
  Concurrent Execution: There may be other jobs or processes running concurrently that are consuming the available resources.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Profile Settings:
  
  Go to the profile configuration in the SAP system (transaction code /SAPAPO/SDP_PROFILE).
  Check the number of processes defined for the profile &1.
  Reduce the number of processes to a value that does not exceed the maximum available processes &2.
  
  
  
  Increase System Resources:
  
  If feasible, consider increasing the number of processes available in the system. This may involve adjusting system parameters or upgrading hardware resources.
  
  
  
  Monitor and Manage Concurrent Jobs:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor running jobs and identify if there are any long-running or unnecessary jobs that can be terminated to free up resources.
  Schedule jobs during off-peak hours to reduce contention for system resources.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Review the system configuration settings related to parallel processing and ensure they are optimized for your workload.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any additional recommendations or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  /SAPAPO/SDP_PROFILE for profile management.
  SM37 for job monitoring.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  Performance Monitoring: Use tools like SAP Solution Manager or transaction ST03N to analyze system performance and resource usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and optimize the use of processes in your SAP APO environment.