How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_WFF286 - SWU3: Schedule background job for missed deadlines

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_FW_WFF - Messages for Exception Obj. of EHS/PS&S Workflow Foundation

• Message number: 286

• Message text: SWU3: Schedule background job for missed deadlines

What causes this issue?

No background job for work items with missed deadlines is scheduled.
The <LS>SAP Business Workflow</> system uses a background job to execute
actions such as send notifications for workflow items that have missed a
deadline and, therefore, are overdue. You must schedule this job for
periodic execution.

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?

INCLUDE FND_SWU3_MESSAGES OBJECT DOKU ID TX
You can also perform the step <ZK>Schedule Background Job for Missed
Deadline</> separately.

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 CM_EHFND_FW_WFF286 - SWU3: Schedule background job for missed deadlines ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF286 typically indicates that there are missed deadlines for workflow tasks in the SAP system. This can occur when workflow instances are not processed in a timely manner, leading to potential delays in business processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missed Deadlines: The error suggests that certain workflow tasks have not been executed within their expected time frames.
  Background Job Issues: The background job responsible for processing workflows may not be scheduled or may have failed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the workflow settings or in the background job scheduling.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to delays in processing workflows.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Schedule Background Job:
  
  Go to transaction SWU3 (Automatic Workflow Customizing).
  Check the settings for background job scheduling.
  Ensure that the job for processing workflow tasks is scheduled correctly. You may need to create or adjust the job settings to ensure it runs at appropriate intervals.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow configuration to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Verify that the workflow templates are active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Monitor Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs and check for any failures or issues.
  If the job is not running, you may need to manually start it or troubleshoot why it is not executing.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  Check system performance metrics to ensure that the system is not overloaded.
  If necessary, optimize system performance or increase resources.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Logs:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 to review workflow logs and identify any specific instances that are causing issues.
  Analyze the logs for any errors or warnings that may provide more context on the missed deadlines.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Workflow Monitoring: Familiarize yourself with workflow monitoring tools in SAP, such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection) and SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection by Frequency).
  Background Job Management: Understand how to manage and schedule background jobs using transaction SM36 (Define Background Job) and SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on workflow management and background job scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that workflow tasks are processed in a timely manner.