How To Fix PU028 - Header &1: Job &2 still has status ready

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Header &1: Job &2 still has status ready

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU028 - Header &1: Job &2 still has status ready ?

  The SAP error message PU028 indicates that a job (in this case, a background job) is still in the "Ready" status and has not yet started executing. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may not have been scheduled correctly or may be waiting for a specific time to start.
  Resource Availability: There may not be enough resources (e.g., background processing capacity) available to start the job.
  Job Priority: The job may have a lower priority compared to other jobs that are currently running.
  Job Dependencies: The job may be dependent on another job that has not yet completed.
  System Load: High system load or performance issues may delay the execution of background jobs.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the job scheduling settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. Look for any other jobs that may be running and causing a delay.
  Review Job Scheduling: Ensure that the job is scheduled correctly. If it is set to start at a specific time, verify that the time has arrived.
  Increase Background Processing Capacity: If the system is overloaded, consider increasing the number of background processing servers or adjusting the configuration to allow more jobs to run concurrently.
  Adjust Job Priority: If necessary, adjust the priority of the job to ensure it gets executed sooner.
  Check Dependencies: Verify if the job has any dependencies on other jobs and ensure those jobs are completed.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction codes like ST22 (dump analysis) and SM50 (process overview) to monitor system performance and identify any bottlenecks.
  Re-schedule the Job: If the job is stuck in the "Ready" status for an extended period, consider deleting and re-scheduling the job.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Job Scheduling
  SM50: Process Overview
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to job scheduling and background processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on job scheduling and background processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PU028 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.