How To Fix /BDL/TASKMANAGER114 - A periodic EWA task & already exists, do nothing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BDL/TASKMANAGER -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: A periodic EWA task & already exists, do nothing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BDL/TASKMANAGER114 - A periodic EWA task & already exists, do nothing ?

  The SAP error message /BDL/TASKMANAGER114 A periodic EWA task already exists, do nothing typically occurs in the context of the SAP EarlyWatch Alert (EWA) service. This service is designed to monitor the health and performance of SAP systems and provide periodic reports.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is already an existing periodic task for the EarlyWatch Alert (EWA) in the system. This means that the system is trying to create a new EWA task, but it finds that a task with the same parameters is already scheduled. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Task Creation: An attempt to create a new EWA task when one is already scheduled.
  Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in the task scheduling settings.
  System Errors: Issues in the background job management that may lead to the system not recognizing existing tasks properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Tasks:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and check for existing EWA jobs. Look for jobs with the name pattern related to EWA tasks.
  If you find an existing job that is running or scheduled, you may not need to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Task:
  
  If you determine that the existing task is no longer needed or is incorrectly configured, you can delete or modify it.
  Ensure that the task is not currently running before deleting it.
  
  
  
  Review Task Scheduling:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the EWA task in transaction SOLMAN_SETUP (if using Solution Manager) or the relevant configuration area in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the scheduling parameters are set correctly to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to EWA tasks for any specific recommendations or known issues.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help clear any temporary issues related to task scheduling.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  EWA (EarlyWatch Alert): A service provided by SAP to monitor system performance and health.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 for job monitoring and SOLMAN_SETUP for Solution Manager configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your EWA tasks are functioning correctly.