How To Fix EU012 - Job scheduling failed (see system log)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EU - Development Environment

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Job scheduling failed (see system log)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EU012 - Job scheduling failed (see system log) ?

  The SAP error message EU012 indicates that a job scheduling operation has failed, and it suggests checking the system log for more details. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Resource Availability: The system may not have enough resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to execute the job.
  Job Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the job settings, such as incorrect parameters or scheduling times.
  Authorization Issues: The user or the job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP application server.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can prevent job execution.
  Job Dependencies: The job may depend on other jobs that have not completed successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Log: Start by checking the system log (transaction SM21) for detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the job failed.
  Review Job Logs: Use transaction SM37 to review the job logs for any specific error messages or warnings related to the failed job.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are enough available for job execution. You can use transaction ST02 (buffer management) and ST03 (workload analysis) for this purpose.
  Verify Job Configuration: Double-check the job configuration in transaction SM36 to ensure that all parameters are set correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user who scheduled the job has the necessary authorizations to execute it. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Database Health Check: Check the database for any locks or connectivity issues. You may need to consult your database administrator for assistance.
  Job Dependencies: If the job is dependent on other jobs, ensure that those jobs have completed successfully before the current job is scheduled to run.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM21: System Log
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Job
  ST02: Tune Buffers
  ST03: Workload Analysis
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling failures. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for job scheduling and monitoring for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EU012 error and implement a solution to resolve the job scheduling failure. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.