How To Fix RA678 - Job &1 has been generated but not released, release in transaction SM37

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 678

• Message text: Job &1 has been generated but not released, release in transaction SM37

What causes this issue?

The following reasons can prevent a job being released immediately:
There is no free work process available.
The user does not have release authorization (S_BTCH_JOB, RELE).
The start date is invalid.
The target server or target server group is invalid.

System Response

You can usually find the precise cause of the error in the system log
(SM21).

How to fix this error?

Select the job with SM37 and release it there.

Procedure for System Administrators

If necessary, correct the program that generates the job.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA678 - Job &1 has been generated but not released, release in transaction SM37 ?

  The SAP error message RA678 indicates that a job has been generated but has not been released for execution. This typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP, where a job is created but not yet scheduled to run.
  Cause:
  
  Job Not Released: The job was created but not released. This can happen if the job was created in a way that requires manual intervention to release it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to release the job.
  Job Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the job configuration that prevent it from being released.
  System Errors: Temporary system errors or inconsistencies in the job scheduling system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Job:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Enter the job name or other relevant criteria to find the job.
  Once you locate the job, check its status. If it is in a "Generated" state, you can release it by selecting the job and using the "Release" option.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to release jobs. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Job Configuration:
  
  Check the job configuration for any errors or missing parameters that might prevent it from being released. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors:
  
  Look for any system logs or error messages that might indicate a problem with the job scheduling system. You can check transaction SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Job:
  
  If the job cannot be released due to configuration issues, consider deleting the job and recreating it with the correct parameters.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  SM36: Define Background Job
  
  
  Job Statuses: Familiarize yourself with the different job statuses (e.g., Released, Scheduled, Finished, Canceled) to better understand the job lifecycle.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and background processing.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.