How To Fix SWF_CCMS239 - Delays with &1 of &2 deadline monitoring jobs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CCMS - CCMS: Monitoring

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Delays with &1 of &2 deadline monitoring jobs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CCMS239 - Delays with &1 of &2 deadline monitoring jobs ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CCMS239 indicates that there are delays with a specific number of deadline monitoring jobs in the system. This message is typically related to the workflow and monitoring of background jobs in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance bottlenecks can delay the execution of background jobs.
  Job Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the deadline monitoring jobs can lead to delays.
  Resource Contention: If multiple jobs are competing for the same resources (CPU, memory, I/O), it can cause delays.
  Database Locks: Locks on database tables can prevent jobs from executing in a timely manner.
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: If jobs are scheduled to run at the same time, it can lead to delays.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWF_CCMS239 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check System Performance:
  
  Monitor system performance using transaction codes like ST03N (Workload Analysis) and ST06 (Operating System Monitor).
  Identify any performance bottlenecks and address them (e.g., by optimizing queries, increasing resources).
  
  
  
  Review Job Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the deadline monitoring jobs in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Ensure that the jobs are set up correctly and are not misconfigured.
  
  
  
  Analyze Job Logs:
  
  Review the logs of the delayed jobs to identify any specific errors or warnings that may indicate the cause of the delay.
  
  
  
  Check for Resource Contention:
  
  Use transaction SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) to see if there are any long-running jobs or processes that are consuming excessive resources.
  
  
  
  Database Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) to check for any locks that may be affecting job execution.
  If necessary, resolve any locks that are preventing jobs from running.
  
  
  
  Adjust Job Scheduling:
  
  If multiple jobs are scheduled to run at the same time, consider staggering their execution times to reduce contention.
  
  
  
  Increase Background Processing Capacity:
  
  If the system frequently experiences delays, consider increasing the number of background work processes in the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  ST03N: Workload Analysis
  ST06: Operating System Monitor
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to deadline monitoring jobs or performance tuning.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on background job management and performance optimization for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the delays and implement appropriate solutions to resolve the SWF_CCMS239 error.