How To Fix MPD089 - Maintenance plan not restarted, but a batch job was planned for it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Maintenance plan not restarted, but a batch job was planned for it

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD089 - Maintenance plan not restarted, but a batch job was planned for it ?

  The SAP error message MPD089 indicates that a maintenance plan was not restarted because a batch job was already planned for it. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) when dealing with maintenance plans and scheduling.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Batch Job: The primary cause of this error is that there is already a batch job scheduled for the maintenance plan. SAP does not allow a maintenance plan to be restarted if there is an active job associated with it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the maintenance plan that prevent it from being restarted.
  Status of the Maintenance Plan: The maintenance plan might be in a status that does not allow it to be restarted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scheduled Jobs: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to check for any scheduled jobs related to the maintenance plan. Look for jobs that are currently running or are scheduled to run.
  If you find a job that is blocking the restart, you may need to wait for it to complete or cancel it if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Maintenance Plan Status:
  
  Use transaction code IP03 to display the maintenance plan and check its status. Ensure that it is not in a status that prevents it from being restarted.
  If necessary, change the status of the maintenance plan to allow for a restart.
  
  
  
  Adjust Scheduling Parameters:
  
  Review the scheduling parameters of the maintenance plan to ensure they are set correctly. This includes the frequency, start date, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Manual Restart:
  
  If the batch job is not critical, you can manually delete or adjust the job in SM37 and then attempt to restart the maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on maintenance plans and batch job scheduling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IP01: Create Maintenance Plan
  IP02: Change Maintenance Plan
  IP03: Display Maintenance Plan
  SM37: Monitor Job Status
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to maintenance plans and batch jobs.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage maintenance plans and batch jobs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or PM functional team for further investigation.