How To Fix FDM_AR156 - Job could not be started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_AR - Dispute Management (Process Integration)

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Job could not be started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_AR156 - Job could not be started ?

  The SAP error message FDM_AR156, which indicates that a job could not be started, can arise from various causes. Here are some common reasons, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may not be scheduled correctly or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to start the job may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the job or the background processing system.
  Resource Availability: The system may not have enough resources (e.g., memory, processing power) to start the job.
  Job Dependencies: The job may depend on other jobs that have not yet completed or have failed.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. Look for any failed jobs or jobs that are currently running.
  Review Job Configuration: Ensure that the job is configured correctly in transaction code SM36. Check the job name, variant, and scheduling details.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to start the job. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources using transaction ST02 (buffer management) or ST06 (OS monitoring) to ensure that there are enough resources available.
  Check Dependencies: If the job has dependencies, ensure that all prerequisite jobs have completed successfully.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any error messages or warnings that could provide more context on why the job could not be started.
  Restart the Job: If the job was previously running and failed, try restarting it after addressing any issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to FDM_AR156.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for job scheduling and background processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.