How To Fix /SOMO/JOBMON118 - &1 was aborted after &2 minutes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SOMO/JOBMON -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: &1 was aborted after &2 minutes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SOMO/JOBMON118 - &1 was aborted after &2 minutes ?

  The SAP error message /SOMO/JOBMON118 &1 was aborted after &2 minutes typically indicates that a background job in SAP has been terminated or aborted after running for a specified duration (indicated by &2 minutes). The job name is represented by &1. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Timeout Settings: The job may have exceeded the maximum allowed runtime set in the system configuration. This is often controlled by parameters in the job scheduling settings.
  
  
  Resource Limitations: The job may require more resources (CPU, memory, etc.) than what is available, leading to its termination.
  
  
  Deadlocks or Locks: The job may have encountered a deadlock situation or been waiting for a lock that was never released.
  
  
  Errors in Job Logic: There may be issues in the job's logic or coding that cause it to hang or take longer than expected.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as slow queries or connectivity issues, can also lead to job timeouts.
  
  
  System Performance: Overall system performance issues, such as high load or insufficient hardware resources, can affect job execution times.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Configuration: Review the job's configuration settings, including the maximum runtime. You can adjust the maximum runtime if necessary.
  
  
  Analyze Job Logs: Check the job logs for any error messages or warnings that could provide insight into why the job was aborted.
  
  
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction codes like SM50 (for monitoring processes) and ST02 (for buffer management) to check system performance and resource usage.
  
  
  Review Code: If the job is based on custom ABAP code, review the code for inefficiencies or potential issues that could cause it to run longer than expected.
  
  
  Database Performance: Analyze database performance and optimize any slow-running queries that the job may be executing.
  
  
  Increase Resources: If resource limitations are identified, consider increasing the hardware resources available to the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Re-run the Job: After making necessary adjustments, re-run the job to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor and manage background jobs, and SM21 to check system logs for any related errors.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on job scheduling and monitoring.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.