How To Fix NSDM_MIG_CONTROL018 - Submitting group job (jobname = &1) for group &2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NSDM_MIG_CONTROL - Log message for migration

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Submitting group job (jobname = &1) for group &2 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NSDM_MIG_CONTROL018 - Submitting group job (jobname = &1) for group &2 failed ?

  The SAP error message NSDM_MIG_CONTROL018 indicates that there was a failure when trying to submit a group job for a specific job name and group. This error typically occurs in the context of data migration or job scheduling within the SAP system.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Job Name or Group Issues: The specified job name or group may not exist or may be incorrectly specified.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to submit the job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute jobs in the specified group.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the job scheduling or background processing settings.
  Resource Availability: The system may not have enough resources (e.g., memory, processing power) to execute the job.
  Job Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other jobs that have not been met, preventing the job from being submitted.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Job Name and Group: Verify that the job name and group specified in the error message are correct and exist in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to submit jobs in the specified group. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Check Job Scheduling Configuration: Review the configuration settings for job scheduling and background processing in your SAP system. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system's resource availability. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the job during off-peak hours.
  Review Job Dependencies: If the job has dependencies on other jobs, ensure that those jobs have completed successfully before attempting to submit the group job again.
  Check Logs: Look at the job logs and system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of jobs and SM21 (System Log) to review system logs for any related errors.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to job scheduling and background processing for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.