How To Fix /SLOAE/EXECUTION202 - Scheduled execution time is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SLOAE/EXECUTION -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Scheduled execution time is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SLOAE/EXECUTION202 - Scheduled execution time is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SLOAE/EXECUTION202 Scheduled execution time is in the past typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or similar scheduling functionalities within SAP systems. This error indicates that a scheduled job or execution time has been set to a time that has already passed, which prevents the job from being executed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Scheduling: The scheduled time for the job was set incorrectly, either manually or through a programmatic interface.
  Time Zone Issues: There may be discrepancies between the server time and the time zone settings of the user or the system.
  System Clock Issues: The system clock on the server may be incorrect, leading to confusion about the current time.
  Job Rescheduling: If a job was rescheduled and the new time is still in the past relative to the current time.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Scheduled Time: Review the scheduled execution time of the job. Ensure that it is set to a future time.
  Adjust Time Zone Settings: Verify that the time zone settings for the server and the user are correctly configured. Adjust them if necessary.
  Correct System Time: Ensure that the system clock on the server is accurate. If it is not, correct it to reflect the current time.
  Reschedule the Job: If the job is indeed scheduled for a time in the past, reschedule it for a future time.
  Review Job Dependencies: If the job is dependent on other jobs or processes, ensure that those are also scheduled correctly and are not causing conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and execution errors.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Landscape Management or the specific module you are working with for detailed instructions on scheduling jobs.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional context or related errors that may provide more insight into the issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user scheduling the job has the necessary permissions to do so.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully schedule your job for execution.