How To Fix /SMB/CM_CONVERSION117 - Duration of Checking is &1 sec

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CM_CONVERSION -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Duration of Checking is &1 sec

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CM_CONVERSION117 - Duration of Checking is &1 sec ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CM_CONVERSION117 Duration of Checking is &1 sec typically relates to performance issues during the execution of a conversion or validation process in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Business One or SAP Business ByDesign environments. The message indicates that the duration of a certain checking process has exceeded a predefined threshold, which may lead to performance degradation or timeouts.
  Cause:
  
  
  Long Processing Time: The checking process is taking longer than expected, which could be due to various factors such as:
  
  Large volumes of data being processed.
  Inefficient queries or algorithms in the conversion logic.
  System resource constraints (CPU, memory, I/O).
  Network latency if the process involves remote data access.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not optimized for the current workload or data volume.
  
  
  Data Quality Issues: Poorly structured or corrupted data can lead to longer processing times as the system struggles to validate or convert the data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Performance Tuning:
  
  Analyze the performance of the conversion process. Use transaction codes like ST05 (SQL Trace) or ST12 (Single Transaction Analysis) to identify bottlenecks.
  Optimize the underlying queries or algorithms if possible.
  
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: If the process is expected to take longer due to legitimate reasons (e.g., large data sets), consider increasing the timeout settings in the relevant configuration.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: Review the data being processed for any inconsistencies or issues that could be causing delays. Clean up or restructure the data if necessary.
  
  
  System Resources: Ensure that the system has adequate resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to handle the workload. Consider scaling up the infrastructure if needed.
  
  
  Batch Processing: If applicable, consider breaking down the data into smaller batches to reduce the load during processing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP notes or documentation related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and significantly impacts operations, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to mitigate the error and improve the performance of the conversion process in your SAP environment.