How To Fix RSCRT171 - For this daemon there is no longer a background job to start in sm37

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRT - Near-To-Real-Time Messages

• Message number: 171

• Message text: For this daemon there is no longer a background job to start in sm37

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRT171 - For this daemon there is no longer a background job to start in sm37 ?

  The SAP error message RSCRT171 indicates that there is no longer a background job to start for the specified daemon in transaction SM37. This typically occurs when the background job that was supposed to be executed has either completed, been canceled, or failed, and the system is unable to find any job to start for the daemon process.
  Causes:
  
  Job Completion: The background job has already completed its execution.
  Job Cancellation: The job was manually canceled by a user or by the system due to some error.
  Job Failure: The job may have failed due to an error, and as a result, it is no longer available for the daemon to start.
  Job Deletion: The job may have been deleted from the job management system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the background processing system or the daemon itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Go to transaction SM37 and check the status of the background jobs. Look for any jobs related to the daemon and see if they are completed, canceled, or failed.
  Review Job Logs: If the job has failed, review the job logs for any error messages that can provide insight into why it failed.
  Restart the Job: If the job has completed or failed, you may need to restart it manually. You can do this by creating a new background job in transaction SM36.
  Check Daemon Configuration: Ensure that the daemon is correctly configured and that all necessary parameters are set up properly.
  System Monitoring: Monitor the system for any other related issues that may affect background processing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to background processing and the specific daemon you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to background processing or the daemon in question.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.