How To Fix RSPLF486 - Cannot start subjob &1; see system log, return value &2

RSPLF486 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLF - Planning Framework

• Message number: 486

• Message text: Cannot start subjob &1; see system log, return value &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLF486 - Cannot start subjob &1; see system log, return value &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSPLF486 indicates that a subjob could not be started, and it typically provides a return value that can help diagnose the issue. This error is often related to background processing in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other SAP systems where jobs are scheduled to run in the background.
  Causes:
  
  System Resource Issues: The system may be low on resources (CPU, memory, or disk space), preventing the subjob from starting.
  Job Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the job settings or dependencies that prevent the subjob from executing.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process trying to start the subjob may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Locking: The job may be trying to access a resource that is currently locked by another process.
  Background Processing Configuration: Issues with the background processing configuration in the SAP system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for more