How To Fix SEPM_TEST223 - Job recurrence must be at least one day

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPM_TEST - Messages from EPM test utilities

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Job recurrence must be at least one day

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPM_TEST223 - Job recurrence must be at least one day ?

  The SAP error message SEPM_TEST223, which states "Job recurrence must be at least one day," typically occurs when you are trying to schedule a job in SAP that has a recurrence frequency that is shorter than the minimum allowed interval. In this case, the system requires that the job recurrence be set to at least one day.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to schedule a job with a recurrence period that does not meet the minimum requirement. For example, if you try to set a job to run every few hours or every minute, the system will reject this configuration because it does not comply with the minimum one-day recurrence rule.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the job scheduling settings. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Open the Job Scheduling Interface: Go to the transaction code for job scheduling (usually SM37 or SM36).
  
  
  Modify the Job Recurrence:
  
  If you are using SM36 to create or modify a job, check the "Start Condition" section.
  Change the recurrence setting to ensure that it is set to run at least once every day. For example, you can set it to run daily, weekly, or monthly, depending on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes: After adjusting the recurrence settings, save the job configuration.
  
  
  Test the Job: Once the job is scheduled with the correct recurrence, you can monitor it to ensure it runs as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Job Scheduling in SAP: SAP provides various options for scheduling jobs, including background jobs, which can be configured to run at specific times or intervals.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM36 (to create jobs), SM37 (to monitor jobs), and SM21 (to view system logs).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidelines on job scheduling and the specific requirements for job recurrence.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the job needs to run more frequently than once a day, consider reviewing the business requirements and possibly restructuring the job logic or using alternative methods (like event-driven triggers) to achieve the desired outcome.