How To Fix RSJOB060 - Expired jobs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSJOB - Job scheduler related messages

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Expired jobs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSJOB060 - Expired jobs ?

  The SAP error message RSJOB060 indicates that there are expired jobs in the system. This typically means that there are background jobs that were scheduled to run at a certain time but have not been executed because their scheduled time has passed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: Jobs may have been scheduled incorrectly or not at all, leading to them being marked as expired.
  System Downtime: If the SAP system was down during the scheduled execution time, the jobs would not run.
  Job Deletion: Jobs may have been deleted or canceled before they could execute.
  Resource Constraints: If the system is under heavy load, jobs may not start on time, leading to expiration.
  Time Zone Issues: Misconfigured time zones can lead to jobs being scheduled at incorrect times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for jobs that are marked as expired and analyze their details.
  Reschedule Jobs: If the jobs are still relevant, you can reschedule them using transaction code SM36. Make sure to set the correct timing and parameters.
  Delete Expired Jobs: If the expired jobs are no longer needed, you can delete them to clean up the job overview.
  Review Job Logs: Check the job logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the jobs did not execute as planned.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring to ensure that the system is not overloaded and that jobs are being executed as scheduled.
  Check Time Settings: Ensure that the system time and time zone settings are correctly configured to avoid scheduling issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to job scheduling and expiration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on background job management and scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSJOB060 error and manage expired jobs effectively in your SAP system.