How To Fix RSBPCB_EXCEPTION142 - BPF: Instance &1, cannot remove scheduled deadline job for instance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 142

• Message text: BPF: Instance &1, cannot remove scheduled deadline job for instance

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION142 - BPF: Instance &1, cannot remove scheduled deadline job for instance ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION142 typically occurs in the context of Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when there is an issue with removing a scheduled deadline job for a specific instance. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Job Already Completed or Not Found: The scheduled job may have already been completed or may not exist in the system, leading to an inability to remove it.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to remove the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Lock or Inconsistency: There may be a lock on the job or an inconsistency in the job scheduling table.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database or connectivity issues can also lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in BPC or the job scheduling system can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Verify the status of the scheduled job in the job management interface. If the job has already completed or does not exist, you may not need to remove it.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage scheduled jobs. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Clear Locks: If there are locks on the job, you may need to clear them. This can often be done through transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) or SM37 (for job monitoring).
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting job scheduling.
  Reconfigure Job Scheduling: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for job scheduling in BPC and make any necessary adjustments.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SLG1 (Application Log) to help diagnose the issue.
  BPC Documentation: Review the official SAP BPC documentation for best practices on job scheduling and management.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.