How To Fix SQLM049 - RTM collect job could not be scheduled -> SQL Monitor activation canceled

SQLM049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQLM - SQL Monitor messages to the world

• Message number: 049

• Message text: RTM collect job could not be scheduled -> SQL Monitor activation canceled

What causes this issue?

SQL Monitor requires Runtime Monitor (RTM) Features. When you activate
SQL Monitor, a job has to be scheduled by the system that collects the
RTM data from shared memory areas to the database.
Your user seems does not seem to have the right authorizations for a
background job schedule.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check transaction SU53 for failed authorization checks and/or contact
your system administrator for enhancement of your authorization profile.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQLM049 - RTM collect job could not be scheduled -> SQL Monitor activation canceled ?

  The SAP error message SQLM049 indicates that the SQL Monitor (SQLM) collect job could not be scheduled, leading to the cancellation of SQL Monitor activation. This error typically arises in the context of performance monitoring and analysis within SAP systems.
  Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The SQL Monitor collect job may not be scheduled due to issues with the background job processing in the SAP system.
  Authorization Problems: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to create or schedule background jobs.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings for SQL Monitor or the job scheduling parameters may lead to this error.
  System Load: High system load or resource constraints may prevent the job from being scheduled.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database or connectivity issues can also lead to scheduling failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Scheduling:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any failed jobs related to SQL Monitor.
  Ensure that the job is