How To Fix RSPLPPM018 - Job &1 scheduled in background processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLPPM - Message Class for Package RSPLPPM

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Job &1 scheduled in background processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLPPM018 - Job &1 scheduled in background processing ?

  The SAP error message RSPLPPM018 indicates that a job (specifically, a background job) has been scheduled in the background processing system, but there may be issues related to its execution or configuration. This error is often associated with the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment, particularly in the context of process chains or data loading.
  Cause:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may not be scheduled correctly, or there may be conflicts with other jobs.
  Resource Constraints: The system may be experiencing resource constraints (e.g., memory, CPU) that prevent the job from executing.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the process chain or the job itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP BW system that are preventing the job from running.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. Look for any error messages or logs that can provide more details about why the job is failing.
  Review Process Chain: If the job is part of a process chain, review the process chain configuration to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are enough resources available for the job to run. You can use transaction codes like ST02 (buffer management) and ST04 (database performance) to check for performance issues.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to execute the job. You can use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Re-schedule the Job: If the job is stuck or not executing, try to cancel it and re-schedule it. You can do this from the job overview in SM37.
  Check Logs: Review the job logs for any specific error messages that can provide more insight into the issue. This can be done in SM37 by selecting the job and viewing the logs.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on job scheduling and process chains.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.