How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TEST179 - Process Handler: Process ended without scheduling: &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TEST -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Process Handler: Process ended without scheduling: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TEST179 - Process Handler: Process ended without scheduling: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TEST179 Process Handler: Process ended without scheduling: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a process handler fails to schedule a process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The process may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing parameters or incorrect settings in the process chain or process definition.
  
  
  Resource Availability: The required resources (like background jobs, process chains, or specific APO resources) may not be available or may be busy, preventing the process from being scheduled.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or the system may lack the necessary authorizations to execute the process.
  
  
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to processes not being scheduled as expected.
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or inconsistent data that prevents the process from being executed.
  
  
  Process Dependencies: If the process has dependencies on other processes that have not completed successfully, it may not be able to start.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the process in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly and that the process is defined properly.
  
  
  Monitor Resources: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check for any background jobs that may be running or stuck. Ensure that the necessary resources are available for the process to execute.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any bottlenecks. You may need to optimize the system or schedule processes during off-peak hours.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing information. Use transaction codes like RSA1 to check data sources and data integrity.
  
  
  Check Process Dependencies: Review the process chain or dependencies to ensure that all prerequisite processes have completed successfully.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO process handling to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.