How To Fix PSM_S4C_POSTINGS501 - Manual scheduling of this application job is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_POSTINGS -

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Manual scheduling of this application job is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS501 - Manual scheduling of this application job is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS501 with the description "Manual scheduling of this application job is not allowed" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Public Sector Management (PSM) module, particularly when dealing with job scheduling for certain processes.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to manually schedule a job that is intended to be executed automatically by the system. In many cases, certain jobs are designed to run in the background as part of a scheduled process, and manual intervention is restricted to maintain the integrity and consistency of the data processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Job Scheduling Settings:
  
  Verify if the job you are trying to schedule is meant to be executed automatically. Review the job's configuration in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Define Background Job) to understand its scheduling parameters.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct transaction or program to