How To Fix BA307 - Jobs of type &1 cannot be scheduled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Jobs of type &1 cannot be scheduled

What causes this issue?

Job management could not schedule any data archiving jobs of type &V1&
(WRI = write job, DEL = delete job ...; see domain ADMI_JOB_T).
The job name used is &V2&.
The job ID is &V3&.
There may be information on the cause of the error in the last return
code (in brackets) and the last message: &V4&

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?

Analyze the cause (for example, according to the job log) and delete
the specified job from job management if this has not already happened
automatically. (Archive Development Kit (ADK) deletes job definitions
automatically if function module ARCHIVE_SCHEDULE_JOB was processed
with DELETE_FAILED_JOB = 'X'.)

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA307 - Jobs of type &1 cannot be scheduled ?

  The SAP error message BA307 indicates that jobs of a specific type (denoted by &1) cannot be scheduled. This error typically arises in the context of background job scheduling in SAP, particularly when using the SAP Batch Management system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Job Type Restrictions: The job type specified may not be allowed to be scheduled in the current context or environment. For example, certain job types may be restricted to specific users or roles.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the scheduling of certain job types. This could be due to system settings or parameters that are not correctly configured.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to schedule the job may not have the necessary authorizations to schedule jobs of that type.
  
  
  System Status: The system may be in a state that does not allow job scheduling, such as during maintenance or if the job server is down.
  
  
  Job Dependencies: There may be dependencies or prerequisites that are not met for the job type being scheduled.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BA307 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Job Type: Verify the job type you are trying to schedule. Ensure that it is valid and allowed in your current environment.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to schedule jobs of the specified type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to check user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to job scheduling in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) and SM36 (for job scheduling).
  
  
  System Status Check: Ensure that the SAP system is in a state that allows job scheduling. Check for any ongoing maintenance activities or system downtimes.
  
  
  Dependency Check: If the job has dependencies, ensure that all prerequisites are met before attempting to schedule the job again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to job scheduling and the specific job type for any additional insights or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM36: To create and schedule background jobs.
  SM37: To monitor and manage background jobs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and the specific job type.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.