How To Fix FINS_FI_MASS_DATA122 - New run not allowed. Predecessor job &1 (&2) exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_MASS_DATA - Mass Data Handling

• Message number: 122

• Message text: New run not allowed. Predecessor job &1 (&2) exists

What causes this issue?

Job &v1& (&v2&) not yet finished and neither cancelled nor aborted. You
can only start a new run when all predecessor jobs are finished,
cancelled or aborted.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_MASS_DATA122 - New run not allowed. Predecessor job &1 (&2) exists ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_MASS_DATA122 indicates that a new run of a mass data processing job is not allowed because a predecessor job is still running or has not been completed. This typically occurs in the context of financial data processing, where batch jobs are used to handle large volumes of data.
  Cause:
  
  Predecessor Job Running: The most common cause of this error is that a previous job (the predecessor job) is still in progress. SAP does not allow a new run to start until the previous job has completed.
  Job Status: The predecessor job may be in a status that prevents new jobs from starting, such as "Scheduled," "Released," or "In Process."
  Job Dependencies: There may be dependencies set up in the job scheduling that require the predecessor job to finish before the new job can start.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the predecessor job. Look for the job ID mentioned in the error message (e.g., &1) and check its status.
  Wait for Completion: If the predecessor job is still running, you may need to wait for it to complete. Monitor the job until it finishes.
  Cancel or Delete Job: If the predecessor job is stuck or taking too long, you may consider canceling or deleting it (if appropriate). This can be done in transaction SM37 by selecting the job and choosing the cancel option.
  Review Job Scheduling: If this is a recurring issue, review the job scheduling and dependencies to ensure that jobs are sequenced correctly and that there are no unnecessary overlaps.
  Consult Logs: Check the job logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the predecessor job is not completing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Job Scheduling
  SM21: System Log (to check for system-wide issues)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific job or process you are running.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific mass data processing job you are executing to understand its dependencies and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully run your mass data processing job.