How To Fix START_MESSAGES029 - Test plan &1 is already scheduled in job &2

START_MESSAGES029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: START_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Test plan &1 is already scheduled in job &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message START_MESSAGES029 - Test plan &1 is already scheduled in job &2 ?

  The SAP error message START_MESSAGES029 indicates that a test plan (identified by &1) is already scheduled in a job (identified by &2). This typically occurs when you attempt to schedule a test plan that is already in the process of being executed or has been scheduled for execution in the background.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Scheduling: The test plan you are trying to schedule is already scheduled for execution in another job.
  Job Overlap: There may be a job that is currently running or has been scheduled to run that includes the same test plan.
  System Configuration: There might be system settings or configurations that prevent multiple instances of the same test plan from being executed simultaneously.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the jobs. Look for any jobs that are currently running or scheduled that include the test plan in question.
  Cancel or Delete Job: If you find that the job