How To Fix /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE192 - Last activation has been restarted, but currently waiting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE -

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Last activation has been restarted, but currently waiting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE192 - Last activation has been restarted, but currently waiting ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE192 Last activation has been restarted, but currently waiting typically indicates that a process or job in the SAP system has been restarted but is currently in a waiting state. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a background job, a workflow, or a specific application process.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Contention: The process may be waiting for resources that are currently being used by other processes.
  Deadlock: There may be a deadlock situation where two or more processes are waiting for each other to release resources.
  Long-running Processes: If a previous activation of the process took too long, it may have been restarted, leading to a waiting state.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to processes not being able to proceed.
  Database Locks: The database may have locks that prevent the process from continuing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Monitor Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for jobs that are in a waiting state and investigate their logs for errors.
  Analyze Resource Usage: Use transaction ST03 or ST04 to analyze system performance and resource usage. Check for any bottlenecks or high resource consumption.
  Check for Deadlocks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that may be causing deadlocks. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can release them.
  Restart the Process: If the process is stuck, you may need to manually restart it. Ensure that you understand the implications of doing so, especially in a production environment.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM21: System Log
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  ST03: Workload Analysis
  ST04: Database Performance
  SM12: Lock Entries
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, especially if it impacts critical business processes.
  
  Preventive Measures:
  
  Regularly monitor system performance and resource usage.
  Implement proper error handling and logging in custom developments.
  Ensure that the system is properly configured and optimized for the workload it handles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE192 Last activation has been restarted, but currently waiting.