How To Fix M3845 - Job scheduling has failed (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 845

• Message text: Job scheduling has failed (&)

What causes this issue?

The system could not start the report in background mode.

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?

Try again. If the report terminates again, please inform your
system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3845 - Job scheduling has failed (&) ?

  The SAP error message M3845, which states "Job scheduling has failed," typically indicates that there was an issue with scheduling a background job in the SAP system. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Resource Limitations: The system may not have enough resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to schedule the job.
  Job Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect parameters or settings in the job configuration.
  System Load: High system load or contention for resources can prevent the job from being scheduled.
  Authorization Issues: The user or the job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can prevent job scheduling.
  Job Overlap: If a job is already running and overlaps with the new job, it may cause scheduling to fail.
  Job Class Issues: The job class assigned to the job may not be available or may have restrictions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor system performance and ensure that there are sufficient resources available for job scheduling.
  Review Job Configuration: Verify the job settings, including the job name, variant, and scheduling time. Make sure all parameters are correctly set.
  Analyze System Load: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for other running jobs and system load. If the system is overloaded, consider rescheduling the job for a less busy time.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user who scheduled the job has the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  Database Health: Check for any database locks or issues that might be affecting job scheduling. Use transaction codes like SM12 (Lock Entries) to investigate.
  Job Overlap Management: If the job is already running, you may need to wait for it to complete or adjust the scheduling to avoid overlap.
  Job Class Verification: Ensure that the job class assigned to the job is valid and has the necessary resources available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SM21: System Log
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to job scheduling and the specific error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.