How To Fix CHANGE_RETENTION012 - Job could not be scheduled for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CHANGE_RETENTION - Change Expiration Date of Archiving Sessions

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Job could not be scheduled for &2

What causes this issue?

A job could not be released for &V2&.
The job name used is &V1&.
The last return code (in parentheses) and the last message may provide
information about the cause of this error: &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Analyze the cause (for example, using the job log and the authorization
profile of the user who scheduled the job) and delete the specified job
from job management if this has not already been automatically deleted.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CHANGE_RETENTION012 - Job could not be scheduled for &2 ?

  The SAP error message "CHANGE_RETENTION012 Job could not be scheduled for &2" typically indicates that there is an issue with scheduling a job related to data retention or data archiving processes in SAP. The "&2" placeholder usually represents the specific job or process that is failing to be scheduled.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Constraints: The system may not have enough resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to schedule the job.
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: There may be other jobs scheduled at the same time that are causing a conflict.
  Incorrect Job Configuration: The job may not be configured correctly, leading to scheduling issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to schedule the job.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or parameters that are preventing the job from being scheduled.
  Background Processing Issues: The background processing system may be down or not functioning correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor system resources to ensure there is enough capacity to schedule the job. If necessary, optimize resource usage or schedule jobs during off-peak hours.
  Review Job Scheduling: Check the job scheduling overview (transaction SM37) to see if there are any conflicting jobs. Adjust the scheduling times as needed.
  Validate Job Configuration: Review the job configuration settings to ensure they are correct. Make any necessary adjustments.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to schedule the job. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Review System Settings: Check relevant system parameters and settings that may affect job scheduling. Adjust them if necessary.
  Restart Background Processing: If there are issues with background processing, try restarting the background processing system or checking for any errors in the background job logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM36 (Job Scheduling), and SM21 (System Log) to gather more information about the job and system status.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.