How To Fix EAMS_UI_MISC029 - Job &1 is already in process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMS_UI_MISC - Messages for UI Components

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Job &1 is already in process

What causes this issue?

You have requested to put a job in process, but the job already has the
status <LS>Job in Process</>.

System Response

The system has aborted the requested function. This message is issued to
inform you that no data has been changed as the requested status is
already set. The job identification is '&SYST-MSGV1&'. This job
identification has the format <RefDocType>/<RefDocNo>/<Workcenter>/
<Workcenter Plant>/<PersResp>/<InProcess>/<Done>:
<(><<)>RefDocType> indicates whether the reference document of the job
is a maintenance order or a maintenance notification.
Note that for a job based on and order with a linked notification, the
order is treated as the reference document.
<RefDocNo> contains the identification number of the reference document
(order or notification).
<Workcenter> contains the ID of the work center assigned to job.
<Workcenter Plant> is the plant of the above work center.
<PersResp> is the personnel number of the person assigned to the job.
<InProcess> indicates whether or not the job is in process (0 means the
job is not in process; 1 means the job is in process).
<Done> indicates whether or not the job is done, in other words whether
or not all the work items of the job are confirmed (0 means the job is
not done; 1 means the job is done).

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMS_UI_MISC029 - Job &1 is already in process ?

  The SAP error message EAMS_UI_MISC029 indicates that a job with the specified name (represented by &1) is already in process. This typically occurs in the context of background jobs or processes that are managed by the SAP system, particularly in the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Job Execution: The job you are trying to start is already running. SAP does not allow the same job to be executed multiple times simultaneously to prevent data inconsistencies or resource conflicts.
  Job Scheduling: The job may have been scheduled to run at a specific time, and it is still in the execution phase.
  Long-Running Processes: The job may be taking longer than expected due to various reasons such as data volume, system performance issues, or locks on the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Status: 
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. Look for the job name and see if it is currently running or if it has failed.
  If the job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting to start it again.
  
  
  
  Terminate the Job: 
  
  If the job is stuck or taking too long, you can terminate it from the SM37 transaction. Select the job and choose the option to cancel or terminate it.
  Be cautious when terminating jobs, as this may lead to data inconsistencies if the job was in the middle of processing.
  
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling: 
  
  If the job is scheduled to run at specific intervals, review the scheduling settings to ensure that it does not overlap with other jobs.
  Adjust the scheduling if necessary to prevent conflicts.
  
  
  
  Analyze Performance: 
  
  If jobs are frequently taking too long, consider analyzing the performance of the job. This may involve checking for database locks, optimizing the job's processing logic, or increasing system resources.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs: 
  
  Check the job logs for any error messages or warnings that might indicate why the job is taking longer than expected or why it is stuck.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Job Scheduling
  SM21: System Log (to check for system-related issues)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on job management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job processing in your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EAMS_UI_MISC029 error and manage your jobs effectively in SAP.