How To Fix /CRYSTAL/CA_MSG013 - Background publisher job &1 scheduled. Release manually.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CRYSTAL/CA_MSG -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Background publisher job &1 scheduled. Release manually.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CRYSTAL/CA_MSG013 - Background publisher job &1 scheduled. Release manually. ?

  The SAP error message /CRYSTAL/CA_MSG013 indicates that a background job for a Crystal Reports publisher has been scheduled but is not being released automatically. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution involves a few steps.
  Cause
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The background job may be scheduled but not released due to system settings or configuration issues.
  Authorization Problems: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to release the job.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the Crystal Reports integration with SAP.
  Job Dependencies: The job may be dependent on other jobs that have not yet completed.
  Resource Availability: There may be insufficient resources (e.g., memory, processing power) to execute the job.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Manual Release: As the message suggests, you can manually release the job. You can do this by navigating to the job management area in SAP and releasing the job from there.
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to view and manage background jobs.
  Find the job with the specified job name and release it manually.
  
  
  
  Check Job Status: Review the status of the job to see if there are any errors or warnings that might indicate why it is not releasing automatically.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to release background jobs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for Crystal Reports in SAP. Ensure that the integration is set up correctly and that all necessary components are functioning.
  
  
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system resources to ensure that there is enough capacity to run the job. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the job during off-peak hours.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: If the job is dependent on other jobs, ensure that those jobs have completed successfully before attempting to release the current job.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for Crystal Reports and its integration with SAP to ensure that all settings are correct.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant logs or job details.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.