How To Fix WLC_PARALLEL032 - No input data/workload exists for distribution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WLC_PARALLEL - Load Distribution and External Parallel Processing

• Message number: 032

• Message text: No input data/workload exists for distribution

What causes this issue?

The data preselection produced no worklist.

System Response

No further processing is required.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you have perhaps entered selection criteria that are too
narrow or incorrect. Selection criteria are contained in the process
log and you can distinguish between used and unused selection criteria
You may have to change the variant &V1& or &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WLC_PARALLEL032 - No input data/workload exists for distribution ?

  The SAP error message WLC_PARALLEL032 indicates that there is no input data or workload available for distribution in a parallel processing scenario. This error typically arises in the context of workload distribution in SAP systems, particularly when using parallel processing techniques to optimize performance.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that the job or process you are trying to execute does not have any data to process. This could be due to filters applied that result in an empty dataset.
  Incorrect Configuration: The parallel processing configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing any available workload.
  Job Scheduling Issues: If the job is scheduled incorrectly or if there are dependencies that have not been met, it may lead to this error.
  Data Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the job may be too restrictive, resulting in no records being selected for processing.
  System Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may not be able to retrieve the necessary data in time.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there is data available for processing. You can do this by running the selection criteria manually to see if any records are returned.
  Review Job Configuration: Ensure that the job is configured correctly for parallel processing. Check the settings related to data distribution and parallel execution.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria are too restrictive, consider modifying them to ensure that there are records available for processing.
  Monitor Job Dependencies: Ensure that all dependencies for the job are met and that any prerequisite jobs have completed successfully.
  System Performance Check: Monitor the system performance to ensure that it is not overloaded. If necessary, optimize the system or schedule jobs during off-peak hours.
  Check Logs: Review the job logs and system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to parallel processing and workload distribution for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of jobs and analyze their logs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on parallel processing and workload management 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.