How To Fix RSJOB044 - Negative 'Expires In' values are not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSJOB - Job scheduler related messages

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Negative 'Expires In' values are not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSJOB044 - Negative 'Expires In' values are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RSJOB044 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduling of a background job, specifically related to the "Expires In" value being set to a negative number. This typically occurs when the expiration time for a job is incorrectly configured, leading to an invalid state.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The expiration time for the job has been set to a negative value, which is not allowed. This can happen due to manual input errors or issues in the job scheduling logic.
  System Bugs: In some cases, bugs in the SAP system or specific versions may lead to unexpected behavior when setting job parameters.
  Data Corruption: If there is corruption in the job scheduling data, it may lead to invalid values being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSJOB044 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Job Parameters:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Find the job that is causing the error and check its parameters.
  Ensure that the "Expires In" value is set correctly and is not negative. It should be a positive integer or zero.
  
  
  
  Modify Job Settings:
  
  If you find that the "Expires In" value is negative, modify it to a valid positive value or zero.
  You can do this by editing the job in the job scheduling screen.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Job:
  
  If you are unable to modify the job settings or if the job is corrupted, consider deleting the job and recreating it with the correct parameters.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes related to job scheduling and the specific error message. There may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the problem persists after checking the job parameters and recreating the job, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Job Scheduling
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes that may address known issues with job scheduling.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for background job management to understand the parameters and settings better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSJOB044 error and successfully schedule your background jobs in SAP.