How To Fix 00561 - Job & is not periodic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 561

• Message text: Job & is not periodic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00561 - Job & is not periodic ?

  The SAP error message "00561 Job & is not periodic" typically occurs when you are trying to manage a job in the SAP system that is expected to be periodic, but the job in question is not defined as such. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Job Definition: The job you are trying to reference is not set up as a periodic job in the SAP system. Periodic jobs are scheduled to run at regular intervals, while non-periodic jobs are executed only once or on-demand.
  Job Status: The job may have been created as a one-time job and not configured for periodic execution.
  Incorrect Job Name: There might be a typo or incorrect job name being referenced in the transaction or program.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) and search for the job in question.
  Verify the job's attributes to see if it is indeed set as a periodic job. If it is not, you will need to create a new periodic job.
  
  
  
  Create a Periodic Job:
  
  If you need the job to be periodic, you can create a new job by going to transaction SM36 (Define Background Job).
  In the job definition, ensure you select the option for periodic scheduling and define the frequency (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) as required.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Job:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the existing job to change its scheduling from one-time to periodic. However, this may require deleting the existing job and creating a new one with the desired periodic settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the job name you are using in your transaction or program to ensure it matches the job defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related errors)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on job scheduling and management.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify jobs in the SAP system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully manage your background jobs in SAP.