How To Fix RSCRM125 - Start conditions for job not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRM - RSCRM: Messages

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Start conditions for job not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRM125 - Start conditions for job not maintained ?

  The SAP error message RSCRM125 indicates that the start conditions for a job have not been maintained. This typically occurs in the context of background job scheduling in SAP, particularly when using the SAP Job Scheduling tool (transaction SM37 or SM36).
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or execute a background job without specifying the necessary start conditions. Start conditions define when and how a job should be triggered, such as time-based scheduling, event-based triggers, or immediate execution.
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSCRM125 error, you need to maintain the start conditions for the job. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Job Scheduling:
  
  Go to transaction code SM36 to create or modify a background job.
  
  
  
  Define Job Steps:
  
  Enter the job name and description.
  Add the necessary job steps (programs or reports) that you want to execute.
  
  
  
  Maintain Start Conditions:
  
  In the job definition screen, navigate to the Start Condition section.
  Choose the appropriate start condition:
  
  Immediate: The job will start as soon as possible.
  Date/Time: Specify a specific date and time for the job to start.
  Event: Define an event that will trigger the job.
  
  
  Ensure that you fill in all required fields for the selected start condition.
  
  
  
  Save the Job:
  
  After maintaining the start conditions, save the job definition.
  
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  You can monitor the job status using transaction code SM37 to ensure that it is scheduled correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: Create/Change Background Job
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  
  
  Job Scheduling Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on job scheduling and start conditions.
  Common Start Conditions:
  
  Time-based: Specify exact times or intervals.
  Event-based: Use SAP events to trigger jobs (e.g., completion of another job).
  
  
  Job Monitoring: After scheduling, you can monitor the job execution and check logs for any further issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSCRM125 error and successfully schedule your background job in SAP.