How To Fix RSJOB034 - User change failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSJOB - Job scheduler related messages

• Message number: 034

• Message text: User change failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSJOB034 - User change failed ?

  The SAP error message RSJOB034: User change failed typically occurs when there is an issue with the user authorization or configuration related to background job processing in SAP. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to change the user assigned to a background job or when there are issues with user permissions.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to change the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  User Lock: The user account being assigned to the job may be locked or inactive.
  Job Ownership: The job may be owned by a different user, and the current user does not have the rights to modify it.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the background job processing settings.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly set up or may be missing necessary parameters.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change background jobs. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or SUIM.
  Unlock User: If the user account is locked, unlock it using transaction SU01.
  Change Job Owner: If the job is owned by another user, you may need to either log in as that user or have an administrator change the job ownership.
  Review Job Configuration: Check the configuration settings for background jobs in transaction SM37 to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  User Profile Review: Verify that the user profile is correctly configured and includes all necessary parameters for background job processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SU01: To manage user accounts.
  SUIM: To check user authorizations and roles.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for background job management and user authorization management for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.