How To Fix /SCMTMS/BATCH_80020 - One of the parallel processes of &1 (&2) started at &3, &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/BATCH_80 -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: One of the parallel processes of &1 (&2) started at &3, &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80020 - One of the parallel processes of &1 (&2) started at &3, &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/BATCH_80020 typically indicates an issue related to parallel processing in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error message suggests that one of the parallel processes has encountered a problem, and it provides details about the specific process that started at a given time.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, CPU) to handle the parallel processes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the parallel processing settings or in the TM system itself.
  Data Issues: There could be inconsistencies or issues with the data being processed, leading to failures in one or more parallel tasks.
  Locking Issues: If multiple processes are trying to access the same data simultaneously, it can lead to locking issues that cause one of the processes to fail.
  Timeouts: Processes may be timing out due to long-running operations or deadlocks.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor the system's resource usage (CPU, memory, etc.) to ensure that it is not overloaded. If necessary, consider increasing the resources available to the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for parallel processing in the TM system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and are appropriate for your system's workload.
  Analyze Logs: Check the application logs and system logs for more detailed error messages or warnings that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or errors that could be causing the failure.
  Adjust Parallel Processing Settings: If the issue persists, consider adjusting the number of parallel processes allowed or the timeout settings for the processes.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SM37 to check the status of background jobs and identify any failed jobs related to this error.
  Monitoring Tools: Utilize SAP monitoring tools to keep an eye on system performance and job execution.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for more details on parallel processing and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.