How To Fix WLC_PARALLEL040 - Values of &2 for select. option &1 are used to create parallel jobs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Values of &2 for select. option &1 are used to create parallel jobs

&DEFINITION&
The values of field &V2&, which the selection option &V1& defines,
distribute the worklist among parallel jobs.
&USE&
This selection button can be preselected if the value &V1& is entered
for the field <DS:DE.WLC_SELOPT_FOR_PARALL_PROCESS>select option for
job creation</> in the <ZH>Default values for selection value</> view
in Customizing (transaction <DS:TRAN.WLCPARC>WLCPARC</>).
&DEPENDENCIES&
If field &V2& already appears itself or with the same data element and
same domain in another table that is used to estimate the workload, the
table of &V2& is not selected, otherwise, this additional database
access would also have to be performed.

How can this happen?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WLC_PARALLEL040 - Values of &2 for select. option &1 are used to create parallel jobs ?

  The SAP error message WLC_PARALLEL040 indicates that there are values in the selection option that are being used to create parallel jobs. This message typically arises in the context of background processing or parallel processing in SAP, particularly when using the SAP Job Scheduling or the Workload Management features.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that the selection criteria for a job are set up in such a way that they can be processed in parallel, but there may be issues with how those values are defined or how they are being utilized. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The selection options may not be configured correctly for parallel processing.
  Incompatible Values: The values specified in the selection options may not be compatible with the parallel processing logic.
  Job Definition Issues: The job definition may not support parallel execution due to constraints or settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WLC_PARALLEL040 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selection Options: Check the selection options you are using for the job. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that the values are appropriate for parallel processing.
  
  
  Adjust Job Parameters: If you are using a job scheduling transaction (like SM36), review the job parameters and ensure that they are set up to allow for parallel processing.
  
  
  Check Job Definition: Ensure that the job definition allows for parallel execution. This may involve checking the job's attributes and settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up parallel processing correctly.
  
  
  Test with Different Values: If possible, try running the job with different selection values to see if the error persists. This can help identify if specific values are causing the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM36 (Job Scheduling), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to help diagnose and resolve issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to parallel processing.
  Performance Considerations: Understand the implications of parallel processing on system performance and resource utilization, as improper configuration can lead to performance bottlenecks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the WLC_PARALLEL040 error message in SAP.