How To Fix MC246 - Background job DB-MCOB& scheduled for matchcode object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Background job DB-MCOB& scheduled for matchcode object &

What causes this issue?

You chose background processing for maintaining the matchcode object.
The background job DB-MCOB<matchcodeobjectname> was generated
successfully and set for editing.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The system continues.

How to fix this error?

During background processing, you can follow job processing with
transaction SM37. You can look at the log after job execution with
SAPMACO, function 'PRT'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC246 - Background job DB-MCOB& scheduled for matchcode object & ?

  The SAP error message MC246 typically indicates an issue with a background job that is scheduled for a matchcode object. This error can occur in the context of the Material Management (MM) module or other areas where matchcodes are used for data retrieval.
  Cause:
  The error message MC246 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The background job may not have been scheduled correctly or may have encountered an error during execution.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the matchcode object from being processed correctly.
  Configuration Problems: The matchcode object may not be configured properly, leading to issues when the job attempts to access it.
  Authorization Issues: The user or job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the matchcode object.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data that the matchcode object is trying to access.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MC246 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Job Status: Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of the background job. Look for any error messages or logs that can provide more details about the failure.
  Review Job Logs: Analyze the job logs for any specific error messages that can help identify the root cause of the issue.
  Re-schedule the Job: If the job failed due to a temporary issue, try re-scheduling it. Ensure that the job parameters are set correctly.
  Check Matchcode Object Configuration: Verify the configuration of the matchcode object in transaction SE11 or SE16. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary fields are included.
  Database Consistency Check: Run database consistency checks to ensure that there are no issues with the underlying data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or job has the necessary authorizations to access the matchcode object.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37 - Monitor Background Jobs
  SE11 - Data Dictionary (for matchcode objects)
  SE16 - Data Browser (to view data in tables)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or workarounds for specific issues related to matchcode objects and background jobs.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to background processing and matchcode objects for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.