How To Fix /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG018 - Unable to create a background job

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Unable to create a background job

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG018 - Unable to create a background job ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG018 Unable to create a background job typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to create a background job for a specific process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to create background jobs.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the background job scheduling in the SAP system.
  Job Scheduler Issues: The background job scheduler (e.g., the SAP Job Management) may be down or not functioning correctly.
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, processes) to create new jobs.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical errors in the code or configuration that prevent job creation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create background jobs. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs or review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for background job scheduling in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) and SM36 (Define Background Job). Ensure that the settings are correct and that there are no restrictions.
  
  
  
  Check Job Scheduler Status:
  
  Verify that the background job scheduler is running properly. You can check the status of the job server in transaction SM50 (Work Process Overview) or SM66 (Global Work Process Overview).
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  Use transaction ST02 (Tune Summary) or ST04 (Database Performance Analysis) to monitor system resources. If the system is low on resources, consider optimizing or increasing the resources available.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any related error messages that might provide more context. You can use transaction SM21 (System Log) to review logs for any relevant entries.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to development tools, you may want to debug the process that is attempting to create the background job to identify any coding issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant logs or details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM50: Work Process Overview
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  ST02: Tune Summary
  ST04: Database Performance Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on background job management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.