How To Fix WS554 - Termination because time exceeded: &1 documents processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 554

• Message text: Termination because time exceeded: &1 documents processed

What causes this issue?

The latest termination time was exceeded. The number of the next
document to be processed is &V3&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can continue the program run:
Enter run name &V2&
Delete the <LS>New run</> indicator.
Enter the other selection criteria (purchasing organization etc.) or
use a selection variant, if available.
The documents that are still to be processed are determined
automatically.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS554 - Termination because time exceeded: &1 documents processed ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS554 - Termination because time exceeded: &1 documents processed
  
  Cause:
  The error message WS554 occurs when a background job or a batch input session processing documents exceeds the maximum allowed runtime or time limit set for the process. Essentially, the system terminates the job because it has been running longer than the configured time limit.
  This is common in batch input sessions, background jobs, or mass processing transactions where a large number of documents or records are processed, and the system enforces a runtime limit to avoid long-running jobs that could impact system performance.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The placeholder &1 in the message indicates the number of documents processed before the termination.
  The system monitors the runtime of batch input sessions or background jobs and terminates them if they exceed the predefined time limit.
  This is a safeguard to prevent jobs from running indefinitely or consuming excessive system resources.
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Batch input sessions processing large volumes of data.
  Background jobs running mass data processing or updates.
  Long-running report executions or data loads.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Increase the Runtime Limit:
  
  The time limit for batch input sessions or background jobs can be adjusted.
  For batch input sessions, the parameter rdisp/btcmaxrun controls the maximum runtime for background jobs.
  You can increase this parameter value via transaction RZ11 or by consulting your Basis team.
  Example: Increase rdisp/btcmaxrun from default (e.g., 60 minutes) to a higher value if justified.
  
  
  
  Split the Job into Smaller Batches:
  
  Instead of processing all documents in one go, split the input data into smaller chunks.
  This reduces the processing time per job and avoids hitting the time limit.
  
  
  
  Optimize the Processing Logic:
  
  Review the batch input or program logic to optimize performance.
  Check for unnecessary waits, inefficient loops, or database accesses.
  Use appropriate indexes or buffering to speed up processing.
  
  
  
  Schedule Jobs Appropriately:
  
  Run heavy jobs during off-peak hours to reduce system load.
  Avoid running multiple heavy jobs simultaneously.
  
  
  
  Check for System Performance Issues:
  
  Sometimes, system slowness causes jobs to run longer.
  Check system performance, database locks, or resource bottlenecks.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM37: Monitor background jobs and check job logs for runtime and termination reasons.
  Transaction SM35: Manage batch input sessions and monitor their status.
  Parameter rdisp/btcmaxrun: Maximum runtime for background jobs in minutes.
  SAP Note / Documentation: Search SAP Support Portal for WS554 for any specific notes or patches.
  SAP Help: Refer to SAP documentation on batch input processing and background job management.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WS554 - Termination because time exceeded
  
  
  Cause
  Job/session exceeded allowed runtime limit
  
  
  Effect
  Job terminated after processing &1 documents
  
  
  Solution
  Increase runtime limit, split jobs, optimize processing
  
  
  Tools
  SM37, SM35, RZ11 (for parameter changes)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction or program involved), I can help with more specific advice.