How To Fix EA187 - Immediate processing in job '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Immediate processing in job '&'

What causes this issue?

At the time of IDoc generation, there were no resources for immediate
processing and your system is configured so that if this happens, IDoc
processing should be started in a job. Therefore, the job '&v1&' was
started.

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?

If the IDoc still has status 64, look for the cause of the error in the
log for that job.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA187 - Immediate processing in job '&' ?

  The SAP error message EA187, which states "Immediate processing in job '&'", typically occurs when there is an issue with the processing of a job in the background. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, resource limitations, or problems with the job itself.
  Causes:
  
  Job Configuration Issues: The job may not be configured correctly, leading to immediate processing errors.
  Resource Limitations: There may be insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) to process the job.
  Job Dependencies: The job may depend on other jobs or processes that have not completed successfully.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that are preventing the job from processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Configuration: Review the job settings in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to ensure that all parameters are set correctly.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction ST02 (Tune Summary) or ST06 (Operating System Monitor) to check for memory or CPU bottlenecks.
  Review Job Dependencies: Ensure that any prerequisite jobs have completed successfully before the job in question is executed.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Analyze Job Logs: Check the job logs for any specific error messages or warnings that can provide more context about the failure.
  Re-schedule the Job: If the job is not critical, consider re-scheduling it to see if it processes successfully at a later time.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EA187 error in your SAP system.