How To Fix /SLOAP/EXECUTION045 - Maximum number of work processes updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SLOAP/EXECUTION -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Maximum number of work processes updated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SLOAP/EXECUTION045 - Maximum number of work processes updated ?

  The SAP error message /SLOAP/EXECUTION045 Maximum number of work processes updated typically indicates that the maximum number of work processes has been reached in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when there are many concurrent requests or long-running processes that are consuming the available work processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  High Load: A sudden spike in user activity or background jobs can lead to all available work processes being utilized.
  Long-Running Transactions: Some transactions may take a long time to complete, holding onto work processes longer than expected.
  
  Configuration Issues: The SAP system may be configured with a low number of work processes for the current workload.
  Deadlocks or Resource Contention: Issues in the application or database can lead to processes waiting indefinitely, consuming work processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Work Processes:
  
  Review the current configuration of work processes in the SAP system (transaction RZ10 or RZ03).
  If necessary, increase the number of work processes in the instance profile. This