How To Fix RU493 - Invalid entry: Job repetition can lead to infinite loop


RU493 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

  • Message number: 493

  • Message text: Invalid entry: Job repetition can lead to infinite loop

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have entered a value for "Maximum number of goods movements
    selected" and activated the indicators "With incorrect goods movements"
    and "Repeat job". This setting can lead to an infinite loop and is thus
    not permitted by the system.

    System Response

    If the value Y is entered for the selection parameter "Maximum number
    of selected goods movements" then Y values are read in from the table
    AFFW (table for goods movements in background and incorrect goods
    movements). If the report is carried out with incorrect goods movements
    then it is possible that the report has selected Y incorrect AFFW
    records that again lead to an error.
    If the report is called up again then it would select the same values
    again. Processing the AFFW table is thus not possible and results in an
    infinite loop.

    How to fix this error?

    If you want to carry out a report "Maximum number of selected goods
    "movements" the you should deactivate either "Repeat job" or "With
    incorrect goods movements".

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


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU493 - Invalid entry: Job repetition can lead to infinite loop ?
    The SAP error message RU493, which states "Invalid entry: Job repetition can lead to infinite loop," typically occurs when there is a configuration issue with a background job in SAP. This error indicates that the job's scheduling parameters are set in such a way that it could potentially create an infinite loop, meaning the job would keep rescheduling itself without a proper end condition.
    
    Cause: Job Scheduling Configuration: The job may be configured to repeat at intervals that are too short or in a manner that does not allow for proper completion before the next execution starts. Incorrect Time Settings: If the job is set to start at a time that overlaps with its own execution time, it can lead to an infinite loop. Missing End Conditions: The job may lack proper conditions to stop or terminate after a certain number of executions or after a specific date.
    Solution: Review Job Configuration: Go to transaction code SM37

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