How To Fix 5E690 - Unable to plan the execution run. Please contact the system administrator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 690

• Message text: Unable to plan the execution run. Please contact the system administrator

What causes this issue?

The system has been unable to launch the job that runs the batch input
in the background.

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?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE PYES_OPEN_INCIDENT OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E690 - Unable to plan the execution run. Please contact the system administrator ?

  The SAP error message "5E690 Unable to plan the execution run. Please contact the system administrator" typically indicates an issue related to the planning or execution of a process within the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the execution of background jobs, planning runs, or other automated processes.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the planning parameters or settings that prevent the execution run from being planned.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the planning run.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or processing power) can lead to failures in planning execution.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data being processed, which can prevent the planning run from being executed.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or bugs that are causing the planning process to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the planning run. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user attempting to execute the planning run has the appropriate authorizations. This can be done by checking user roles and permissions.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system's performance metrics to ensure that there are sufficient resources available. If necessary, optimize system performance or schedule the planning run during off-peak hours.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being used in the planning run. Look for any inconsistencies or errors that may need to be corrected.
  Check Logs: Review the system logs (transaction codes like SLG1 for application logs) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in diagnosing the issue, such as SM37 (for monitoring background jobs) or SLG1 (for application logs).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or process you are working with, as it may contain troubleshooting steps or best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem continues, further investigation may be required.