How To Fix WS_EA028 - &1: Monitoring is active; interval &2 (min.)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_EA - Settlement Management Messages (Add-On)

• Message number: 028

• Message text: &1: Monitoring is active; interval &2 (min.)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_EA028 - &1: Monitoring is active; interval &2 (min.) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WS_EA028 &1: Monitoring is active; interval &2 (min.):
  
  SAP Error Message: WS_EA028 &1: Monitoring is active; interval &2 (min.)
  
  Cause:
  This message indicates that a monitoring process or job is currently active and running with a specified monitoring interval. The placeholders &1 and &2 are dynamically replaced at runtime:
  
  &1 typically refers to the name or type of the monitoring process or object.
  &2 refers to the monitoring interval in minutes.
  
  This message is informational and usually appears when you attempt to start or configure a monitoring process that is already active or running with a certain interval.
  
  Explanation:
  
  SAP systems often have background monitoring jobs or processes that check system health, performance, or specific application states at regular intervals.
  When you try to activate or schedule a monitoring job that is already active, SAP issues this message to inform you that the monitoring is already running.
  The message helps avoid duplicate monitoring jobs or conflicting configurations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the current monitoring status: Verify if the monitoring job/process mentioned (&1) is indeed running.
  Review the monitoring interval: Confirm if the interval (&2 minutes) is appropriate for your needs.
  Avoid duplicate activation: If the monitoring is already active and working as expected, no further action is needed.
  Adjust interval if necessary: If you want to change the monitoring frequency, update the interval parameter accordingly.
  Stop and restart monitoring: If you need to restart the monitoring with different settings, first stop the current monitoring process before starting it again with new parameters.
  
  
  How to check and manage monitoring jobs:
  
  Use transaction SM37 to view background jobs and check if the monitoring job is active.
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locked entries related to monitoring.
  Use transaction SM21 or system logs to check for related monitoring messages.
  Depending on the monitoring tool or component (e.g., CCMS, Solution Manager), use the respective monitoring configuration transactions or tools.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is informational and not an error that stops processing.
  It is related to SAP system monitoring, background jobs, or specific application monitoring tools.
  For detailed monitoring configuration, refer to SAP documentation for the specific monitoring tool or component you are using (e.g., CCMS, SAP Solution Manager).
  If you are unsure about the monitoring process, consult your SAP Basis or system administrator.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or the component where this message appears (e.g., CCMS, Solution Manager, or a custom monitoring tool), I can give more tailored advice.