How To Fix START_MESSAGES074 - Test Plan & is already scheduled with same variant,at same date and time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: START_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Test Plan & is already scheduled with same variant,at same date and time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message START_MESSAGES074 - Test Plan & is already scheduled with same variant,at same date and time ?

  The SAP error message "START_MESSAGES074 Test Plan & is already scheduled with same variant, at same date and time" indicates that there is an attempt to schedule a test plan that has already been scheduled with the same variant at the specified date and time. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Quality Management (QM) or Test Management scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Scheduling: The test plan you are trying to schedule is already scheduled for execution with the same parameters (variant, date, and time).
  Concurrency Issues: There may be multiple users trying to schedule the same test plan simultaneously, leading to conflicts.
  System Configuration: The system may have restrictions or settings that prevent the same test plan from being scheduled multiple times at the same time.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Schedules: 
  
  Go to the scheduling or planning transaction (e.g., transaction code QST0 for test plans) and check if the test plan is already scheduled for the same date and time with the same variant.
  If it is, you may need to either modify the existing schedule or choose a different date/time for your new schedule.
  
  
  
  Modify the Schedule:
  
  If you need to run the test plan again, consider changing the date, time, or variant to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Delete or Reschedule:
  
  If the existing schedule is no longer needed, you can delete it and then create a new schedule with the desired parameters.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to test plan scheduling for any specific guidelines or limitations.
  
  
  
  User Coordination: 
  
  If multiple users are involved, ensure that there is coordination among team members to avoid scheduling conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QST0 (for test plans) and QST1 (for test execution).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to scheduling test plans.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to schedule test plans.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully schedule your test plan.