How To Fix SO741 - Resubmission definition (still) inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 741

• Message text: Resubmission definition (still) inactive

What causes this issue?

You have defined a resubmission with conditions. However, these
conditions are currently already fulfilled.

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

System Response

The system will not execute the resubmission on the resubmission date
as the conditions have already been fulfilled.

How to fix this error?

Define new conditions or send the document by the resubmission date at
the latest so that the conditions are again not fulfilled.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO741 - Resubmission definition (still) inactive ?

  The SAP error message SO741 indicates that a resubmission definition is inactive. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's background processing or job scheduling, where a job or task is set to be resubmitted but the definition for that resubmission is not currently active.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Resubmission Definition: The resubmission definition that you are trying to use has not been activated. This can happen if the definition was created but not yet activated, or if it was deactivated for some reason.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the resubmission definition from being recognized as active.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the resubmission definition.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Resubmission Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code where the resubmission definitions are managed (usually in the background processing area).
  Check the status of the resubmission definition in question.
  If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations related to background processing and job scheduling are correctly set up.
  Review any related settings that might affect the resubmission definitions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and activate resubmission definitions.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on managing resubmission definitions and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM36 (Define Background Job), and SM21 (System Log) for monitoring and managing background jobs.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to SO741 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SO741 error and ensure that your resubmission definitions are active and functioning as intended.