How To Fix ACEC026 - Specify the generation frequency.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACEC - Message for Customizing Consistency Check

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Specify the generation frequency.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACEC026 - Specify the generation frequency. ?

  The SAP error message ACEC026, which states "Specify the generation frequency," typically occurs in the context of scheduling or managing background jobs in SAP, particularly when dealing with the Advanced Job Scheduling (AJC) or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to create or modify a job without specifying how often the job should be executed. The generation frequency is a critical parameter that defines the schedule for the job, such as whether it should run daily, weekly, monthly, or at specific intervals.
  Solution:
  To resolve the ACEC026 error, you need to specify the generation frequency for the job you are trying to create or modify. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Job Scheduling Interface: Go to the transaction code related to job scheduling (e.g., SM36 for defining background jobs).
  
  
  Create or Modify Job: If you are creating a new job, enter the necessary details such as job name, job class, and the program to be executed. If you are modifying an existing job, select the job and choose to edit it.
  
  
  Specify Generation Frequency:
  
  Look for the section where you can define the job's schedule.
  Choose the appropriate frequency option (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly).
  If applicable, specify the exact time and any additional parameters related to the frequency.
  
  
  
  Save the Job: After specifying the generation frequency, save the job configuration.
  
  
  Test the Job: Optionally, you can test the job to ensure it runs as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on job scheduling and the parameters involved.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (to monitor jobs), SM36 (to define jobs), and SM21 (to check system logs for errors).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify background jobs in SAP.
  Job Monitoring: After resolving the error, monitor the job execution to ensure it runs according to the specified frequency.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP Basis team or reviewing system logs for additional insights.