How To Fix EG666 - Background job has been scheduled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 666

• Message text: Background job has been scheduled.

What causes this issue?

Creation or extension of the periodic replacement list has been
scheduled for background processing.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG666 - Background job has been scheduled. ?

  The SAP error message "EG666 Background job has been scheduled" typically indicates that a background job has been successfully scheduled in the SAP system. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message that confirms the scheduling of a job.
  Cause:
  
  The message is generated when a user or a program schedules a background job in SAP. It indicates that the job has been accepted by the system and will be executed according to the defined schedule.
  This message can appear in various contexts, such as when a user submits a report to run in the background or when a batch job is scheduled.
  
  Solution:
  Since this message is informational, there is usually no action required unless you are expecting a job to run and it does not execute as planned. In such cases, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to monitor the status of the scheduled job. You can filter by user, job name, or date to find the specific job.
  Look for the job in the list and check its status (e.g., finished, active, canceled).
  
  
  
  Review Job Logs:
  
  If the job has completed, you can review the job log to see if it executed successfully or if there were any errors during execution.
  In SM37, select the job and click on "Job Log" to view detailed information.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If the job did not run successfully, check for any error messages in the job log or in the application logs (transaction SLG1) that might indicate what went wrong.
  
  
  
  Reschedule if Necessary:
  
  If the job failed or was canceled, you may need to correct any issues and reschedule the job.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the job's purpose or how to resolve issues, consult the relevant documentation or reach out to your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Schedule Background Jobs
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Job Scheduling: Background jobs in SAP are typically used for tasks that do not require user interaction, such as report generation, data processing, or batch updates.
  
  
  Job Management: Proper management of background jobs is crucial for system performance and resource utilization. Regularly monitor and clean up old or unnecessary jobs.
  
  
  If you encounter further issues or specific error messages related to the job, it may be necessary to investigate those messages for a more targeted resolution.