How To Fix RSPLF402 - Step &1: Framework cannot start subprocess &2; see system log

RSPLF402 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLF - Planning Framework

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Step &1: Framework cannot start subprocess &2; see system log

What causes this issue?

When scheduling step &V1& and subprocess &V2&, the background manager
returns the value &V3&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check for further messages in transaction SM21.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLF402 - Step &1: Framework cannot start subprocess &2; see system log ?

  The SAP error message RSPLF402 indicates that the framework is unable to start a subprocess, which can occur in various contexts, often related to background processing or data processing tasks in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other SAP applications. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  System Resource Issues: The system may be running low on resources (CPU, memory, etc.), preventing the subprocess from starting.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the background processing settings or in the specific job that is trying to start.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary authorizations to start the subprocess.
  System Log Errors: There may be additional errors logged in the system log (transaction SM21) that provide more context about why the subprocess failed to start.
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: Conflicts with other scheduled jobs or processes may prevent the subprocess from starting.
  Transport Issues: If the subprocess