How To Fix RSM701 - Background job & is currently running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Background job & is currently running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM701 - Background job & is currently running ?

  The SAP error message RSM701 indicates that a background job is currently running, which prevents the execution of another job that may be trying to start. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a job is scheduled to run at the same time as another job or when a job is still processing and has not yet completed.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Job Execution: The most common cause is that the same job or a job that conflicts with the current job is already running.
  Job Overlap: If jobs are scheduled to run at the same time and they are not designed to run concurrently, this error can occur.
  Long-Running Jobs: A job may be taking longer than expected to complete, causing subsequent jobs to be blocked.
  Job Dependencies: There may be dependencies set up in the job scheduling that prevent the new job from starting until the current job finishes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the background jobs. Look for the job that is currently running and see if it is taking longer than expected.
  Wait for Completion: If the job is still processing, you may need to wait for it to complete before starting the new job.
  Cancel the Job: If the job is stuck or taking too long, you can cancel it from the SM37 transaction. Be cautious with this option, as it may lead to data inconsistencies if the job is performing critical operations.
  Reschedule Jobs: If you have control over the job scheduling, consider rescheduling jobs to avoid conflicts. Ensure that jobs that should not run concurrently are scheduled at different times.
  Review Job Dependencies: If there are dependencies set up, review them to ensure they are configured correctly and that they do not block necessary jobs from running.
  Increase Job Processing Capacity: If your system frequently encounters this issue, consider increasing the background processing capacity by adjusting the number of background work processes in the system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM50: Monitor Work Processes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to background job processing.
  System Performance: If background jobs are frequently running into issues, it may be worth investigating overall system performance and resource allocation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM701 error and manage your background jobs more effectively.