How To Fix RSM702 - Cannot activate job &1 (return code &2)

RSM702 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Cannot activate job &1 (return code &2)

What causes this issue?

Saving job &V1& failed with return code &V2&.

System Response

Depending on the error, the return codes have the following meanings:
1 = cant_start_immediate
2 = invalid_startdate
3 = jobname_missing
4 = job_close_failed
5 = job_nosteps
6 = job_notex
7 = lock_failed
8 = invalid_target
9 = OTHERS

How to fix this error?

Correct the relevant error.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM702 - Cannot activate job &1 (return code &2) ?

  The SAP error message RSM702 "Cannot activate job &1 (return code &2)" typically occurs when there is an issue with activating a background job in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may be scheduled incorrectly or may have been deleted or modified.
  Authorization Problems: The user or the job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute.
  System Resource Limitations: There may be insufficient system resources (e.g., memory, CPU) to activate the job.
  Job Status: The job might be in a status that does not allow it to be activated (e.g., it might be in a canceled state).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the job definition or in the background processing settings.
  Return Code Issues: The return code &2 can provide specific information about the failure, which can help in diagnosing the problem.
  
  Solutions:
  
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