How To Fix /SCA/TSDM028 - Time series data area &1 is already active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/TSDM -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Time series data area &1 is already active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/TSDM028 - Time series data area &1 is already active ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/TSDM028 Time series data area &1 is already active typically occurs in the context of time series data management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with time series data areas in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP S/4HANA environments.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the time series data area specified (denoted by &1) is already in an active state. This can happen if:
  
  A process is already running that is using the same time series data area.
  There is an attempt to activate or process the same data area multiple times concurrently.
  There may be a lock on the data area due to a previous operation that has not yet completed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Processes: Verify if there are any active processes or jobs that are currently using the specified time series data area. You can do this by checking transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) or SM12 (for lock entries).
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If you find that a process is currently running, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting to activate or process the time series data area again.
  
  
  Release Locks: If you suspect that there are locks that are preventing access to the data area, you can check for and release any unnecessary locks using transaction SM12. Be cautious when releasing locks, as this may affect other users or processes.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the data area is considered active.
  
  
  Restart the Process: If the process that was using the time series data area has failed or is stuck, you may need to restart it or, in some cases, restart the SAP application server.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to time series data management for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SLG1 (Application Log) to help diagnose the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or time series data management for any known issues or patches.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and resource usage, as high load or resource contention can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.