How To Fix IUUC_MAIN020 - For periodic job scheduling, specifiy day and time of last job start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IUUC_MAIN - IUUC: Main Message class

• Message number: 020

• Message text: For periodic job scheduling, specifiy day and time of last job start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IUUC_MAIN020 - For periodic job scheduling, specifiy day and time of last job start ?

  The SAP error message IUUC_MAIN020 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) Replication Server when you are trying to schedule a periodic job for data replication. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify the day and time of the last job start for the periodic job scheduling.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system needs to know when the last job was executed to properly schedule the next job. If this information is not provided, the system cannot determine the appropriate timing for the next execution, leading to the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve the IUUC_MAIN020 error, you need to specify the day and time of the last job start. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SLT Configuration:
  
  Go to the SLT configuration transaction (usually LTRC).
  
  
  
  Select the Replication Configuration:
  
  Choose the relevant replication configuration for which you are trying to schedule the periodic job.
  
  
  
  Check Job Scheduling:
  
  Navigate to the job scheduling section. You may find options related to periodic job settings.
  
  
  
  Specify Last Job Start:
  
  Enter the day and time of the last job start. This should be the actual date and time when the last replication job was executed.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-schedule the Job:
  
  Attempt to re-schedule the periodic job after providing the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SLT for more detailed information on job scheduling and configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LTRC (SLT Configuration), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and SLT_JOB (Job Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to IUUC_MAIN020 for additional troubleshooting steps or updates that may address this issue.
  Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IUUC_MAIN020 error and successfully schedule your periodic job.