How To Fix MC119 - The repetition period for the background job & is & days

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 119

• Message text: The repetition period for the background job & is & days

What causes this issue?

If you maintain a matchcode object with a background job, you can
request that the background job be executed repeatedly. The repetition
period is defined in days.

System Response

The system schedules a repeated processing of the job.

How to fix this error?

You can use transaction SM37 to look at the processing state of the
job. You can also change the job parameters (e.g. the repetition period)
with SM37.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC119 - The repetition period for the background job & is & days ?

  The SAP error message MC119 indicates that there is an issue with the repetition period set for a background job. Specifically, it suggests that the repetition period for the job is set to a value that is not acceptable or exceeds the allowed limits.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Repetition Period: The repetition period for the background job is set to a value that is either too high or not within the acceptable range defined by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the job scheduling that do not align with the expected parameters.
  System Limitations: The system may have limitations on how frequently a job can be scheduled to run.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MC119 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Job Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and find the job that is causing the error.
  Review the job's settings, particularly the repetition period. Ensure that it is set to a valid number of days that complies with your organization's scheduling policies.
  
  
  
  Modify the Repetition Period:
  
  If the repetition period is set to a value that is too high, modify it to a lower value that is acceptable. For example, if it is set to 30 days, consider reducing it to a maximum of 7 or 14 days, depending on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to background job scheduling to understand the limits and best practices for setting repetition periods.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes that address specific issues or bugs. Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to background job scheduling and the MC119 error.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-schedule the job and monitor it to ensure that it runs without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or fixes related to background job scheduling.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for guidelines on background job management and scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MC119 error and successfully schedule your background job.