How To Fix DMCLG337 - Scheduling of background job failed (see long text) &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 337

• Message text: Scheduling of background job failed (see long text) &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMCLG337 - Scheduling of background job failed (see long text) &1 ?

  The SAP error message DMCLG337 indicates that the scheduling of a background job has failed. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Resource Limitations: The system may not have enough resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to schedule the job.
  Job Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect parameters or settings in the job definition.
  Database Locking: The database might be locked or busy, preventing the job from being scheduled.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to schedule the job may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the background processing configuration in the SAP system.
  Job Overlap: If a job is already running and is set to not allow overlapping, it may prevent a new instance from being scheduled.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor system performance and ensure that there are sufficient resources available. You may need to optimize or increase system resources.
  Review Job Configuration: Go to the job definition and check for any incorrect parameters or settings. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Database Status: Check the database status to ensure it is not locked or busy. You may need to resolve any locking issues.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to schedule background jobs. You can check this in transaction SU01.
  Background Processing Configuration: Review the background processing settings in transaction SM37 or SM36 to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Job Overlap Settings: If the job is already running, you may need to wait for it to complete or adjust the job settings to allow overlapping if appropriate.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM36: Define background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors.
  ST22: Analyze dumps that may provide more context on the failure.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Long Text: The error message DMCLG337 may have a long text that provides additional details. You can view this by clicking on the message in the job log or using transaction SM37.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.