How To Fix FKJO161 - Incorrect call of FKJO_SCHEDULE_PROC: No start time specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKJO - Job Commander Messages

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Incorrect call of FKJO_SCHEDULE_PROC: No start time specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKJO161 - Incorrect call of FKJO_SCHEDULE_PROC: No start time specified ?

  The SAP error message FKJO161 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduling of a job in the SAP system, specifically related to the function module FKJO_SCHEDULE_PROC. The error message states that no start time has been specified for the job, which is necessary for the scheduling process to proceed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that when attempting to schedule a job using the function module FKJO_SCHEDULE_PROC, the required parameter for the start time has not been provided. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Input: The program or transaction that is calling the scheduling function did not provide a start time.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the job scheduling settings.
  User Input Error: If the job is being scheduled manually, the user may have overlooked entering the start time.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKJO161 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Parameters: Ensure that when calling the FKJO_SCHEDULE_PROC function module, you are providing all the necessary parameters, especially the start time. The start time should be in the correct format (usually a date and time format).
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling Logic: If you are using a custom program or report to schedule jobs, review the logic to ensure that it correctly sets the start time before calling the scheduling function.
  
  
  Manual Scheduling: If you are scheduling the job manually through a transaction (like SM36), make sure to fill in the start time field correctly.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the start time is being set and why it might be missing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the function module FKJO_SCHEDULE_PROC to understand the required parameters and their formats.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues with job scheduling.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to job scheduling, such as SM36 (Define Job) and SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FKJO161 error and implement a solution to resolve it.