How To Fix MPD095 - Maintenance plan was restarted, but a batch job is in process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Maintenance plan was restarted, but a batch job is in process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD095 - Maintenance plan was restarted, but a batch job is in process ?

  The SAP error message MPD095 indicates that a maintenance plan has been restarted, but there is an ongoing batch job that is currently processing. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) when a maintenance plan is scheduled to run, but the system detects that another job is already executing, which prevents the new job from starting.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Jobs: The most common cause of this error is that there is already a batch job running that is related to the maintenance plan. This could be due to overlapping schedules or delays in job processing.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that it does not allow multiple instances of the same job to run simultaneously.
  Job Scheduling Issues: There may be issues with how jobs are scheduled or managed in the background, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Running Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any jobs that are currently running and related to the maintenance plan in question.
  Wait for Completion: If a job is currently running, you may need to wait for it to complete before restarting the maintenance plan.
  Job Management: If the job is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate it (if appropriate) and then restart the maintenance plan. Be cautious with this approach, as terminating jobs can lead to data inconsistencies.
  Adjust Scheduling: Review the scheduling of maintenance plans to ensure that they do not overlap with other jobs. You may need to adjust the frequency or timing of the maintenance plan.
  System Configuration Review: If this issue occurs frequently, consider reviewing the system configuration to allow for better job management or to prevent overlapping jobs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring), IP10 (Schedule Maintenance Plan), and IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan) for managing maintenance plans and jobs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and maintenance plans.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Plant Maintenance and job scheduling for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.