How To Fix START_MESSAGES026 - Scheduling of Job resulted in an error. Please try again later.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: START_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Scheduling of Job resulted in an error. Please try again later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message START_MESSAGES026 - Scheduling of Job resulted in an error. Please try again later. ?

  The SAP error message "START_MESSAGES026 Scheduling of Job resulted in an error. Please try again later." typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to schedule a background job in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and here are some common reasons along with potential solutions:
  Causes:
  
  
  System Resource Issues: The SAP system may be experiencing resource constraints, such as insufficient memory or CPU availability, which can prevent jobs from being scheduled.
  
  
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: There may be conflicts with other jobs that are already scheduled or running, leading to a failure in scheduling the new job.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to schedule the job may not have the necessary authorizations to do so.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the job scheduling settings or in the background processing system.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can also lead to job scheduling errors.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the job is related to a transport request, issues with the transport system can cause scheduling failures.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor the system's performance and resource usage. If the system is under heavy load, consider rescheduling the job for a later time or optimizing resource allocation.
  
  
  Review Job Logs: Check the job logs for any specific error messages or warnings that can provide more context about the failure. You can do this in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to schedule jobs. You can verify this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling Settings: Check the configuration settings for background jobs in transaction SM36. Ensure that there are no conflicts with existing jobs.
  
  
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure that it is functioning correctly. Look for any locks or connectivity issues.
  
  
  Retry the Job: Sometimes, simply retrying the job after a short period can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to background processing and job scheduling for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.