How To Fix STC_TASK079 - Task object exists and is syntax error free now

STC_TASK079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TASK - Task related Messages

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Task object exists and is syntax error free now

What causes this issue?

The task object &V1& did not exist formerly or caused syntax errors
during instantiation. The task is valid now and can be used.

System Response

Mind, that the task is created now and not at a time when all other
tasks have been created.

How to fix this error?

If the task is in scope, check the task configuration (parameters and
scope definition) if they are still valid before the task is executed.
If the task cannot be set in scope (again), e.g. because the task list
run processing has been continued with one of the next tasks, the task
cannot be executed anymore.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TASK079 - Task object exists and is syntax error free now ?

  The SAP error message STC_TASK079 indicates that a task object (usually a transport request or a task) already exists in the system and is syntax error-free. This message typically arises during the execution of a background job or a transport process when the system detects that the task you are trying to create or modify already exists.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Task: The task you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system.
  Syntax Check Passed: The existing task is syntax error-free, meaning it has been validated and is ready for further processing.
  Transport Request Issues: This can occur during the transport of objects when the system finds that the task is already present in the transport directory.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Tasks: 
  
  Use transaction code SE01 or SE09 to check for existing transport requests and tasks. Look for the task that matches the one you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  Use Existing Task: 
  
  If the