How To Fix 76004 - Job &1 already exists and was not re-scheduled


76004 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 76 - HR: Error Messages in Payroll Calendar

  • Message number: 004

  • Message text: Job &1 already exists and was not re-scheduled

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  • What causes this issue?

    A job with the name &V1& has already been scheduled.

    How to fix this error?

    Use the calendar and the job overview to check whether the existing job
    has been scheduled correctly.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 76004 - Job &1 already exists and was not re-scheduled ?
    The SAP error message 76004, which states "Job &1 already exists and was not re-scheduled," typically occurs when you attempt to create or schedule a job in the SAP system that already exists with the same name or identifier. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a job is already scheduled in the background processing system or when there is an attempt to create a duplicate job.
    
    Cause: Duplicate Job Name: The job you are trying to create has the same name as an existing job. Job Already Scheduled: The job is already scheduled to run at a specific time and cannot be re-scheduled without first deleting or modifying the existing job. Job Status: The existing job may be in a status that does not allow it to be re-scheduled (e.g., it is currently running or has finished).
    Solution: Check Existing Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check the job overview. Look for the

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