How To Fix SWF_ALM232 - Could not automatically close alerts (CCMS internal error)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_ALM - Workflow: Alert Monitor

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Could not automatically close alerts (CCMS internal error)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_ALM232 - Could not automatically close alerts (CCMS internal error) ?

  The SAP error message SWF_ALM232, which states "Could not automatically close alerts (CCMS internal error)," typically indicates an issue with the monitoring and alerting infrastructure within the SAP system, specifically related to the CCMS (Computing Center Management System).
  
  Cause:
  
  CCMS 
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the CCMS settings that prevent it from processing alerts correctly.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as connectivity issues or performance bottlenecks, can lead to internal errors.
  System Performance: High load on the SAP system or insufficient resources (CPU, memory) can cause timeouts or failures in processing alerts.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the version of SAP you are using that affect the CCMS functionality.
  Transport Issues: If there were recent transports related to monitoring or alerting, they might have introduced inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and CCMS logs for any additional error messages that could provide more context.
  Restart CCMS Services: