How To Fix /SSB/CORE874 - Unable to create Job û JOB_SUBMIT failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SSB/CORE -

• Message number: 874

• Message text: Unable to create Job û JOB_SUBMIT failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SSB/CORE874 - Unable to create Job û JOB_SUBMIT failed ?

  The SAP error message /SSB/CORE874 Unable to create Job – JOB_SUBMIT failed typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to submit a background job in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to submit the job may not have the necessary authorizations to create or manage background jobs.
  Job Name Conflicts: There may be a conflict with the job name, such as a job with the same name already existing.
  System Resource Limitations: The system may be experiencing resource constraints, such as memory or processing power, preventing the job from being submitted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the job scheduling settings or the background processing settings.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the job scheduling service or database connectivity issues.
  Incorrect Job Parameters: The parameters provided for the job may be incorrect or invalid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage background jobs. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Review Job Names: Check if there is already a job with the same name. If so, consider renaming the job or deleting the existing job if it is no longer needed.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction ST02 (Tune Summary) or ST06 (Operating System Monitor) to check for memory or CPU issues. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling jobs during off-peak hours.
  Check Configuration: Review the background processing configuration in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) and ensure that the settings are correct.
  Analyze Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the job logs (transaction SM37) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  Validate Job Parameters: Ensure that all parameters provided for the job are correct and valid. This includes checking for any required input values or settings.
  Restart Background Processing: If there are technical issues, restarting the background processing service may help. This can be done through transaction SM50 or SM66.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  SU01: User Maintenance
  ST02: Tune Summary
  ST06: Operating System Monitor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to background job processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.