How To Fix RSJOB043 - Expires type &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSJOB - Job scheduler related messages

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Expires type &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSJOB043 - Expires type &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RSJOB043 with the description "Expires type &1 is not allowed" typically occurs in the context of background job scheduling in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the expiration type set for a background job.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Expiration Type: The expiration type specified for the job is not valid or not allowed in the current context. This could happen if the job is set to expire after a certain period, but the specified type does not conform to the system's rules or settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain expiration types from being used.
  User Permissions: The user scheduling the job may not have the necessary permissions to set the specified expiration type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Expiration Type:
  
  Review the expiration type that has been set for the job. Ensure that it is a valid type according to your system's configuration.
  Common expiration types include "Immediate," "After a certain date," or "After a certain number of executions." Make sure the type you are using is supported.
  
  
  
  Modify Job Settings:
  
  If you find that the expiration type is invalid, modify the job settings to use a valid expiration type. You can do this by going to the job definition in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Define Background Job) and adjusting the expiration settings.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to verify if there are any system-wide settings or restrictions regarding job expiration types. They may need to adjust configuration settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user scheduling the job has the appropriate authorizations to set the expiration type. If not, the user may need to be granted additional permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on valid expiration types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM36: To create or modify background jobs.
  SM37: To monitor and manage background jobs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSJOB043 error and implement a solution to resolve it.