How To Fix /ISDFPS/LM_FPLAN046 - Timer for automatic updating was stopped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_FPLAN -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Timer for automatic updating was stopped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_FPLAN046 - Timer for automatic updating was stopped ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_FPLAN046 Timer for automatic updating was stopped typically relates to issues in the SAP system's background processing, particularly in the context of the Logistics Management (LM) module. This error indicates that the timer responsible for automatic updates in the system has been halted, which can affect the processing of certain tasks or transactions.
  Causes:
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: The timer may have been stopped due to incorrect configuration settings in the background job scheduling.
  Job Failures: If a background job that was supposed to trigger the timer has failed, it can lead to this error.
  Resource Constraints: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory) can cause background processes to stop unexpectedly.
  Manual Intervention: An administrator may have manually stopped the timer for maintenance or troubleshooting purposes.
  System Errors: Other underlying system errors or inconsistencies can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Background Jobs: Review the status of background jobs in transaction SM37. Look for any jobs