How To Fix COV229 - No background server selected; recording is not scheduled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COV - Messages for Coverage Analyzer

• Message number: 229

• Message text: No background server selected; recording is not scheduled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COV229 - No background server selected; recording is not scheduled ?

  The SAP error message COV229, which states "No background server selected; recording is not scheduled," typically occurs when you are trying to schedule a background job for a recording in SAP, but the system does not have a background server assigned to execute the job. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using transaction codes for recording or when trying to automate processes.
  Cause:
  
  No Background Server Assigned: The system does not have a background server configured or available for executing the job.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or schedule jobs on the background server.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the background processing system in SAP.
  System Load: The background server may be busy or overloaded, leading to the inability to schedule new jobs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Background Server Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM61 to check the list of background servers.
  Ensure that there is at least one background server available and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Assign Background Server:
  
  If no background server is available, you may need to configure one. This can be done in transaction SM36 (Define Background Job) where you can specify the server.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to schedule background jobs. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling:
  
  If you are trying to schedule a job, ensure that you are following the correct steps in transaction SM36 and that you have selected the appropriate server.
  
  
  
  Monitor Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction SM37 to monitor existing background jobs and check if there are any jobs that are stuck or causing issues.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  If the background server is busy, consider checking the system performance and load. You may need to optimize the workload or add more background servers if necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM61: Define Background Servers
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to background processing and job scheduling.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on background processing and job scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COV229 error and successfully schedule your recording in the background. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team for further assistance.