How To Fix RSM593 - Enter a number > 0 if using 'Terminate job after X runs'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 593

• Message text: Enter a number > 0 if using 'Terminate job after X runs'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM593 - Enter a number > 0 if using 'Terminate job after X runs' ?

  The SAP error message RSM593 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a background job, specifically related to the "Terminate job after X runs" setting. This error occurs when the value entered for the number of runs (X) is less than or equal to zero, which is not valid.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to set up a background job in SAP with the option to terminate the job after a specified number of runs, but you have either:
  
  Entered a value of 0 or a negative number for the number of runs.
  Left the field blank, which defaults to 0.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the value entered for the number of runs is greater than 0. Here are the steps to fix the issue:
  
  
  Access the Job Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (for monitoring jobs) or SM36 (for defining jobs).
  
  
  
  Edit the Job:
  
  If you are in SM36, select the job you want to modify or create a new job.
  In the job definition screen, look for the option labeled "Terminate job after X runs."
  
  
  
  Set a Valid Value:
  
  Enter a positive integer (e.g., 1, 2, 3, etc.) in the field for "X runs." This indicates how many times the job should run before it is terminated.
  
  
  
  Save the Job:
  
  After entering a valid number, save the job definition.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Job:
  
  If necessary, re-run the job to ensure that it executes without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Job Scheduling: Background jobs in SAP are scheduled tasks that run without user intervention. They can be used for various purposes, such as data processing, report generation, and batch processing.
  Job Monitoring: You can monitor the status of background jobs using transaction SM37, where you can view job logs, check for errors, and analyze job performance.
  Documentation: For more detailed information on job scheduling and management, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your SAP version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM593 error and successfully configure your background job.