How To Fix SR086 - Restart condition set. Wait for queues with higher priority

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SR - RFC utilities

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Restart condition set. Wait for queues with higher priority

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SR086 - Restart condition set. Wait for queues with higher priority ?

  The SAP error message SR086: Restart condition set. Wait for queues with higher priority typically occurs in the context of SAP's background processing or when dealing with the SAP Service Runtime (SR) framework. This message indicates that a certain process or job cannot proceed because it is waiting for other jobs or queues that have a higher priority to complete first.
  Cause:
  
  Job Priority: The job you are trying to execute has a lower priority compared to other jobs that are currently running or queued. SAP manages job execution based on priority levels, and lower-priority jobs will wait until higher-priority jobs are completed.
  Resource Contention: There may be limited resources (like memory, CPU, or database locks) available, causing the system to prioritize certain jobs over others.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that certain queues or jobs are always given precedence over others.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Priorities: Review the priority settings of the jobs in the system. You can do this using transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see the status of jobs and their priorities.
  Adjust Job Priorities: If necessary, adjust the priorities of the jobs to ensure that the one you want to run can proceed. This can be done in the job definition settings.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary) or ST04 (Database Performance Analysis) to monitor system performance and resource usage. If resources are constrained, consider optimizing the workload or increasing system resources.
  Check for Long-Running Jobs: Identify any long-running jobs that may be blocking the execution of your job. You may need to terminate or reschedule these jobs if they are not critical.
  Review Queue Management: If you are using queues (like in a distributed system), ensure that the queue management is set up correctly and that there are no issues with the queue processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  SM50: Work Process Overview
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and processing.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on background processing and job scheduling for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.