How To Fix SDMI130 - No work process active for class &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDMI - Messages of SDMI

• Message number: 130

• Message text: No work process active for class &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDMI130 - No work process active for class &1 ?

  The SAP error message SDMI130: No work process active for class &1 typically indicates that there are no available work processes in the specified class (e.g., dialog, background, update) to handle the request. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when the system is under heavy load, when work processes are not configured correctly, or when there are issues with the SAP instance.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Work Processes: The number of work processes configured for the SAP instance may be too low to handle the current workload.
  Work Process Configuration: The work process class may not be configured correctly in the instance profile.
  System Load: High system load or resource contention can lead to all work processes being busy.
  System Errors: There may be underlying issues with the SAP system or database that are preventing work processes from being available.
  Timeouts: Long-running processes may be holding onto work processes longer than expected.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Work Process Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 to check the instance profile settings.
  Ensure that the number of work processes for the relevant class (e.g., dialog, background) is set appropriately.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Load:
  
  Use transaction SM66 to monitor the active processes and see if there are any long-running jobs or processes that are consuming resources.
  Check transaction SM50 to see the status of work processes and identify if they are busy or in a wait state.
  
  
  
  Increase Work Processes:
  
  If the current configuration is insufficient, consider increasing the number of work processes for the affected class in the instance profile and restart the instance.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and developer traces (transaction ST22) for any errors that might indicate underlying issues affecting work processes.
  
  
  
  Restart the Instance:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider restarting the SAP instance to clear any stuck processes.
  
  
  
  Database Performance:
  
  Ensure that the database is performing optimally, as database locks or performance issues can also lead to work processes being unavailable.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RZ10: Profile maintenance
  SM66: Global work process overview
  SM50: Work process overview for the local instance
  SM21: System log
  ST22: Dump analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to work processes and performance.
  
  
  Performance Tuning: Consider reviewing SAP performance tuning guides to optimize the configuration of work processes based on your system's workload.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SDMI130 error message.