How To Fix /SOMO/JOBMON116 - &1 is active for &2 minutes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SOMO/JOBMON -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: &1 is active for &2 minutes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SOMO/JOBMON116 - &1 is active for &2 minutes ?

  The SAP error message /SOMO/JOBMON116 &1 is active for &2 minutes typically indicates that a job in the SAP system is currently running longer than expected. This message is part of the Job Monitoring functionality in SAP, which helps administrators keep track of long-running jobs and take necessary actions if needed.
  Cause:
  
  Long-Running Job: The job referenced in the message is taking longer than the predefined threshold time set in the system.
  Resource Contention: The job may be competing for system resources (CPU, memory, I/O) with other jobs or processes.
  Data Volume: The job may be processing a large volume of data, which can lead to extended execution times.
  Inefficient Code: The job may be running inefficiently due to poorly optimized code or queries.
  System Performance Issues: General performance issues in the SAP system or underlying database can also contribute to longer job execution times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Monitor the Job: Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor the job's status and check its logs for any errors or warnings.
  Analyze Job Performance: Review the job's performance metrics to identify bottlenecks. You can use tools like ST03N (Workload Analysis) to analyze performance.
  Check for Locks: Ensure that there are no database locks or other jobs that are blocking the execution of the job.
  Optimize the Job: If the job is running inefficiently, consider optimizing the code or queries involved. This may involve:
  
  Reviewing and optimizing SQL queries.
  Reducing the data volume being processed if possible.
  Breaking the job into smaller, more manageable parts.
  
  
  Increase Resources: If resource contention is an issue, consider increasing the system resources (CPU, memory) or scheduling the job during off-peak hours.
  Set Alerts: If this is a recurring issue, consider setting up alerts or thresholds for job execution times to proactively manage long-running jobs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  ST22: Dump Analysis (to check for any ABAP runtime errors)
  ST03N: Workload Analysis
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job monitoring or performance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on job scheduling and monitoring for best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after taking these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.