How To Fix AU241 - Additional entries were made when selecting automatic restart.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 241

• Message text: Additional entries were made when selecting automatic restart.

What causes this issue?

You selected the field for automatic restart. However, you made
additional entries that only apply for a manual restart.

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?

Either carry out a manual restart, for which you supply the necessary
information, or carry out an automatic restart by removing the entries
that only apply for manual restarts.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU241 - Additional entries were made when selecting automatic restart. ?

  The SAP error message AU241 ("Additional entries were made when selecting automatic restart") typically occurs in the context of background job processing, particularly when there are issues with job scheduling or execution. This error indicates that there are additional entries in the job queue that were not accounted for during the automatic restart process.
  Cause:
  
  Job Queue Conflicts: The error may arise if there are multiple jobs scheduled to run at the same time, leading to conflicts in job execution.
  Job Status: The job may have been terminated or ended abnormally, and the system is trying to restart it while other entries are also being processed.
  Database Locking: There may be database locks or other resource contention issues that prevent the job from restarting properly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for job scheduling or background processing can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job that triggered the error. Look for any jobs that are in a "Canceled" or "Error" state.
  Review Job Logs: Analyze the job logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context on why the job failed.
  Release Locks: If there are database locks, you may need to release them. Use transaction code SM12 to check for and delete any unnecessary locks.
  Adjust Scheduling: If there are multiple jobs scheduled at the same time, consider staggering their execution times to avoid conflicts.
  Manual Restart: If the automatic restart fails, you may need to manually restart the job. You can do this from the job overview in SM37.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for background processing in transaction SM36 to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SM36: Define Background Job
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on background processing and job scheduling for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.