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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 detailed error messages that can provide insight into why the subjob failed to start.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction ST02 (buffer management) and ST06 (OS monitoring) to check for resource bottlenecks. If resources are low, consider optimizing or increasing them.
  Review Job Configuration: Check the job configuration in transaction SM37. Ensure that all prerequisites and dependencies are correctly set up.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to execute the job. Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing the job from starting. If necessary, release the locks.
  Background Processing Settings: Review the background processing settings in transaction SM36 to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM21: System Log
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  ST02: Tune Buffers
  ST06: Operating System Monitor
  SM36: Define Background Job
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more information on job scheduling and background processing.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.