How To Fix KH484 - No job was scheduled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 484

• Message text: No job was scheduled

What causes this issue?

The variant group is empty or does not contain any entries for the
selected reports.

System Response

A job for the variant group can only be planned once the selected
reports have been entered in the variant group.

How to fix this error?

Add to the desired entries in the variant group using the function "
<DS:TRAN.KDNN>Maintain variant groups</>".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH484 - No job was scheduled ?

  The SAP error message KH484 ("No job was scheduled") typically occurs in the context of background job processing, particularly when a job that was supposed to be scheduled for execution has not been set up correctly or is missing. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of KH484 Error
  
  Job Not Scheduled: The most straightforward cause is that the job was never scheduled in the first place.
  Job Scheduling Issues: There may be issues with the job scheduling parameters, such as incorrect timing or conditions that prevent the job from being scheduled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to schedule or execute the job.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent jobs from being scheduled.
  Job Deletion: The job may have been deleted or canceled before it could be executed.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions to KH484 Error
  
  
  Check Job Scheduling:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check if the job is listed. If it is not, you may need to schedule it again using transaction code SM36 (Define Background Job).
  
  
  
  Review Job Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the job parameters (such as start time, frequency, and job steps) are correctly defined. Make sure that the job is set to run at the expected time.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to schedule and execute background jobs. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Job Logs:
  
  If the job was scheduled but failed to execute, check the job logs for any error messages or warnings that could provide more context on why it was not executed.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system configuration is correct and that there are no issues with the job scheduling framework.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Job:
  
  If the job is missing or has been deleted, you may need to recreate it in transaction code SM36.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  If you suspect technical issues, check system performance, database connectivity, and other related components that could affect job scheduling.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on background job processing and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and the KH484 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KH484 error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.