How To Fix STC_TM106 - Failed task '&1' remains skipped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Failed task '&1' remains skipped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM106 - Failed task '&1' remains skipped ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM106 indicates that a task in a background job or a transport management process has failed and remains skipped. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Transport Management System (TMS) or when executing background jobs in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Task Failure: The specific task that is mentioned in the error message has encountered an issue that caused it to fail. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  Missing authorizations.
  Incorrect configuration.
  System resource issues (e.g., memory, CPU).
  Errors in the transport request or the objects being transported.
  Dependencies on other tasks that have not been completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Skipped Task: The task is marked as skipped because the system cannot proceed with it due to the failure, and it is not able to automatically retry or resolve the issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the logs for the specific task that failed. You can do this by:
  
  Going to transaction code ST22 for dump analysis.
  Checking the job logs in transaction SM37 for background jobs.
  Looking at the transport logs in transaction SE01 or SE09 for transport requests.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Error: Identify the root cause of the failure by analyzing the error messages and logs. Look for specific error codes or messages that can provide more context.
  
  
  Correct the Issue: Based on the analysis, take corrective actions. This may involve:
  
  Fixing configuration issues.
  Ensuring that all required authorizations are in place.
  Resolving any dependencies or prerequisites for the task.
  Addressing system resource issues.
  
  
  
  Retry the Task: Once the issue is resolved, you can retry the task. This can often be done by:
  
  Restarting the background job.
  Re-executing the transport request.
  
  
  
  Monitor: After retrying, monitor the task to ensure that it completes successfully without further issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ST22: Dump analysis.
  SM37: Job monitoring.
  SE01/SE09: Transport management.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on transport management and background job processing.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the STC_TM106 error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion platforms for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the STC_TM106 error effectively.