How To Fix GT307 - No scheduling of background or mass processing exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 307

• Message text: No scheduling of background or mass processing exists

What causes this issue?

You wish to cancel a background job. However, no such job has been
scheduled for the object you are editing.

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?

No action required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT307 - No scheduling of background or mass processing exists ?

  The SAP error message GT307 ("No scheduling of background or mass processing exists") typically occurs when there is an attempt to schedule a background job or mass processing task, but the system cannot find any valid scheduling options. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Job Definition: The job or mass processing task you are trying to schedule may not be defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to schedule background jobs or mass processing tasks.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters provided for the job scheduling may be incorrect or incomplete.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the background processing settings of the SAP system.
  Job Scheduling Restrictions: There may be restrictions in place that prevent scheduling during certain times or under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Definition: Ensure that the job or mass processing task you are trying to schedule is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SM36 for job scheduling).
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to schedule background jobs. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Validate Parameters: Double-check the parameters you are using for the job scheduling. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings for background processing in transaction SM37 (for monitoring jobs) and SM36 (for scheduling jobs). Ensure that the system is set up to allow background processing.
  
  
  Check Scheduling Restrictions: Look for any scheduling restrictions that may be in place. This could include maintenance windows or system downtime periods.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: Schedule Background Job
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM21: System Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on background processing and job scheduling.
  
  
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for discussions related to GT307, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GT307 error and implement a suitable solution.