How To Fix KM228 - Background job has been scheduled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Background job has been scheduled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM228 - Background job has been scheduled. ?

  The SAP error message KM228, which states "Background job has been scheduled," typically indicates that a background job has been successfully scheduled in the SAP system. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message that confirms the scheduling of a job.
  Cause:
  
  The message KM228 is generated when a user or a program schedules a background job in SAP. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  A user manually scheduling a job through transaction codes like SM36 (Define Background Job).
  A program or report that automatically schedules jobs as part of its processing.
  A job that is set to run at a specific time or based on certain conditions.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  Since KM228 is an informational message, there is typically no action required unless you are expecting a job to run and it does not execute as planned. Here are some steps you can take if you encounter issues related to scheduled jobs:
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to monitor the status of the scheduled job. You can filter by job name, user, or date to find the specific job.
  Look for the job status (e.g., Finished, Released, Active, Canceled) to determine if it ran successfully or if there were any issues.
  
  
  
  Review Job Logs:
  
  If the job has completed, check the job log for any errors or warnings that may have occurred during execution. This can provide insights into any issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Job Parameters:
  
  If the job did not run as expected, review the job parameters and scheduling settings. Ensure that the job is set to run at the correct time and with the appropriate parameters.
  
  
  
  Check System Resources:
  
  Sometimes, jobs may not run due to system resource constraints. Ensure that the system has enough resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to execute background jobs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the job's purpose or configuration, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: Schedule Background Job
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM21: System Log (to check for system-related issues)
  
  
  
  Job Types:
  
  Background jobs can be scheduled for various purposes, including report execution, data processing, and batch processing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  If you encounter specific issues with background jobs, you may want to search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  
  
  In summary, KM228 is an informational message indicating that a background job has been scheduled, and you should check the job's status and logs for further details if you are experiencing issues.