How To Fix SWF_RUN_SERVICES119 - SP upgrade is running. Job execution will be skipped.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN_SERVICES - Workflow: Services

• Message number: 119

• Message text: SP upgrade is running. Job execution will be skipped.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN_SERVICES119 - SP upgrade is running. Job execution will be skipped. ?

  The SAP error message "SWF_RUN_SERVICES119 SP upgrade is running. Job execution will be skipped." typically occurs when there is a Software Component Upgrade (SP upgrade) in progress in the SAP system. This message indicates that certain jobs or processes are being skipped because the system is currently in a state where it is not able to execute them due to the ongoing upgrade.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing SP Upgrade: The primary cause of this error is that a Software Component Upgrade is currently being executed in the SAP system. During this time, certain background jobs and processes are paused or skipped to ensure data integrity and system stability.
  System Lock: The upgrade process may have placed locks on certain resources, preventing other jobs from executing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait for the SP upgrade to complete. Once the upgrade is finished, the system will automatically resume normal operations, and the skipped jobs will be executed as per their scheduling.
  Check Upgrade Status: You can monitor the status of the upgrade process using transaction codes like SPAM or SAINT to see if the upgrade is still in progress or if it has completed.
  Review Job Logs: After the upgrade is complete, check the job logs for any jobs that were skipped to ensure they are executed successfully.
  Manual Execution: If necessary, you can manually execute the jobs that were skipped after the upgrade is complete. This can be done through transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) to find and restart the jobs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPAM (Support Package Manager)
  SAINT (Add-On Installation Tool)
  SM37 (Job Monitoring)
  SM21 (System Log)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to your specific version or scenario.
  System Documentation: Review the system documentation or upgrade guides provided by SAP for best practices during an SP upgrade.
  
  If the issue persists even after the upgrade is complete, further investigation may be required, including checking for any system inconsistencies or errors that may have occurred during the upgrade process.