How To Fix RDM_OPT_INBOUND038 - Price activation promo &1 (&3) started in background (Job name: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_OPT_INBOUND - Import Framework Message Class

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Price activation promo &1 (&3) started in background (Job name: &2)

What causes this issue?

Price activation for promotion &V1& which was generated from external
promotion &V3&, was started in the background.

System Response

The promotion prices and discounts are activated in a background
process.

How to fix this error?

You can check the status of the price activation for promotion &V1& by
displaying the job log for the job with name &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND038 - Price activation promo &1 (&3) started in background (Job name: &2) ?

  The SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND038 indicates that a price activation process for a promotion has been initiated in the background. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Retail or SAP Promotion Management, where pricing changes or promotional activities are being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Background Job Initiation: The message indicates that a background job has been started to handle the price activation for a specific promotion. This is a normal part of the process when promotions are activated in the system.
  Long Processing Time: If the job takes longer than expected, it may lead to confusion or concern among users who are monitoring the process.
  System Configuration: There may be issues related to system configuration or data inconsistencies that could delay the job's completion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Monitor the Background Job: Check the status of the background job using transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if it is still running, completed successfully, or if it has