How To Fix SMMSS_ALERTS085 - &1 seconds blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMMSS_ALERTS - Message class for MSSQL rz20 messages

• Message number: 085

• Message text: &1 seconds blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMMSS_ALERTS085 - &1 seconds blocked ?

  The SAP error message SMMSS_ALERTS085 indicates that a certain process or transaction is being blocked for a specified duration (in seconds). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's monitoring and alerting framework, particularly when there are performance issues or deadlocks in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction may be taking longer than expected to complete, causing other processes to wait.
  Deadlocks: Two or more processes may be waiting for each other to release resources, leading to a deadlock situation.
  Resource Contention: High contention for database locks or other resources can lead to processes being blocked.
  Inefficient Queries: Poorly optimized SQL queries can lead to long execution times, causing blocks.
  System Load: High system load or insufficient resources (CPU, memory, I/O) can exacerbate blocking issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Blocked Process: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM21 (to view system logs) to identify which processes are being blocked and which are causing the block.
  Analyze Performance: Use transaction ST22 (dump analysis) and ST03N (workload analysis) to analyze performance issues and identify long-running transactions.
  Optimize Queries: Review and optimize any SQL queries that are taking too long to execute. Use transaction SE11 to analyze database tables and indexes.
  Increase Resources: If the system is under heavy load, consider increasing the resources available to the SAP system (CPU, memory, etc.).
  Adjust Lock Timeout Settings: If appropriate, you can adjust the lock timeout settings in the SAP system to reduce the impact of blocking.
  Monitor Regularly: Implement regular monitoring of system performance and transaction execution times to proactively identify and resolve issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: System log analysis.
  ST22: Dump analysis.
  ST03N: Workload analysis.
  SM37: Job monitoring.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to blocking and performance.
  Performance Tuning: Consider engaging in performance tuning activities, such as analyzing the database and optimizing the application code.
  
  If the issue persists after taking these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP performance issues.