Import Set Transform Stucked After Multiple Batches

ChristianF55796
Tera Contributor

We are running a large Import Set transformation that is already configured to process data in batches. The transform starts successfully and processes multiple batches, but after a significant number of batches, the transform appears to stall (status remains Running, with no further records being processed and no visible errors).

I would like to understand:

  1. Is there any documented platform limitation (hard or soft) related to:

    • The total number of batches processed in a single transform run

    • Long-running import set transformations

    • Resource or worker constraints that may cause transforms to stop progressing

  2. Are there known behaviors or thresholds (e.g., memory, workers, transaction time, database locking) where a batched transform may appear stuck even though no errors are reported?

  3. Does ServiceNow recommend any maximum batch size, total record count, or execution pattern for large-volume transforms to avoid this behavior?

The transform map contains a simple script that converts epoch to glideduration and the target table is a custom table that contains two referenced fields. We are trying to determine whether this behavior is expected for very large imports or if there is a recommended architectural approach for long-running, batched transformations.

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