/MVA/AMVC_MESSAGES013 - Parallel job is active; job ends automatically.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMVC_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Parallel job is active; job ends automatically.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMVC_MESSAGES013 - Parallel job is active; job ends automatically. ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMVC_MESSAGES013 Parallel job is active; job ends automatically typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with the Multi-Variant Analysis (MVA) functionality. This error indicates that a parallel job is already running, and the system does not allow multiple instances of the same job to run simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  
  Concurrent Job Execution: The error is primarily caused by an attempt to start a new job while another instance of the same job is still running. This can happen if:
  
  A user manually starts the job again before the previous instance has completed.
  A scheduled job overlaps with a manually triggered job.
  There is a long-running job that has not yet finished.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict parallel processing for certain jobs to avoid data inconsistencies or resource contention.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Running Jobs: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of currently running jobs. Look for any instances of the job that may still be active.
  If you find a job that is still running, you may need to wait for it to complete before starting a new one.
  
  
  
  Job Management:
  
  If the job is stuck or taking too long, you may need to analyze why it is not completing. Check logs and performance metrics to identify any issues.
  If necessary, you can cancel the running job if it is safe to do so.
  
  
  
  Scheduling:
  
  If you are using scheduled jobs, ensure that the scheduling does not overlap. Adjust the timing of the jobs to prevent conflicts.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for job execution in your SAP system. If parallel execution is required, consider adjusting the settings, but be cautious as this may lead to other issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific job or process you are working with for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 for job monitoring, SM21 for system logs, and ST22 for dump analysis, which can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific job or error message.
  Performance Tuning: If jobs frequently overlap, consider performance tuning or optimizing the job logic to reduce execution time.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.