How To Fix DMCLG856 - Error starting job net &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 856

• Message text: Error starting job net &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMCLG856 - Error starting job net &1 ?

  The SAP error message DMCLG856, which indicates "Error starting job net &1," typically relates to issues with job scheduling in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job network specified may not be correctly defined or may have dependencies that are not met.
  Authorization Problems: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to start the job.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the job scheduling settings or the background processing settings.
  Resource Availability: The system may not have enough resources (e.g., memory, CPU) to start the job.
  Job Status: The job may already be running, or there may be a conflict with another job.
  Network Issues: If the job involves external systems or databases, network connectivity issues could prevent it from starting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Definition: Review the job network definition in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Define Background Job) to ensure it is correctly set up.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to execute the job. You can check this in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Check System Logs: Use transaction SM21 (System Log) to look for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  Monitor Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check the status of the job. If it is already running or in a failed state, you may need to cancel it and restart.
  Resource Check: Ensure that the system has sufficient resources available. You can check system performance using transaction ST03N (Workload Analysis).
  Network Connectivity: If the job interacts with external systems, verify that there are no network issues preventing the job from starting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to job scheduling and background processing for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.