How To Fix 5U402 - Job key/End of validity period &/& combination (CAN) has not been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Job key/End of validity period &/& combination (CAN) has not been defined

What causes this issue?

The validity period for this job key is not correctly defined.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U402 - Job key/End of validity period &/& combination (CAN) has not been defined ?

  The SAP error message 5U402 indicates that there is an issue with the job key or the end of the validity period for a specific combination in the system. This error typically arises in the context of job scheduling or when trying to execute a job that has not been properly defined or configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Job Key: The job key you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Invalid Combination: The combination of job key and end of validity period is not valid or does not exist in the database.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to job scheduling or the specific job you are trying to execute.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to job definitions or scheduling.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Key Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SM37 for job monitoring) and verify if the job key you are using is defined in the system.
  If it is not defined, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SM36 for job creation).
  
  
  
  Verify Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the end of the validity period for the job key is correctly set and that it falls within the expected range.
  If the validity period has expired, you may need to extend it or create a new job key with the correct validity period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to job scheduling in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator if you are unsure about the configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the job definitions and scheduling data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on job scheduling and error messages.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM36: Create Job
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on job scheduling and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.