How To Fix STC_TM269 - Task '&1' is skipped but have to be executed; set task manually in scope

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Task '&1' is skipped but have to be executed; set task manually in scope

What causes this issue?

Task '&V1&' is not in scope and should be skipped, but the task declares
itself as "mandatory to be executed". This may happen in one of the
following cases:
A task list run is created from a task list variant and the variant
declared that the task should be skipped (e.g. the variant has been
created in a different system and is transported to the current system).
During a task list run execution the task implementation has changed
from "optional" or "skipped" to "mandatory".

System Response

This task is dependent to other tasks - either as predecessor or
successor - and cannot be set in scope automatically by the task
manager.

How to fix this error?

The task must be set in scope by the user. During this process all task
dependencies are checked and the user can verify the changes.
Nevertheless the current task have to be executed and cannot be skipped.
Check the task documentation to get more informations why the task
declares itself as "mandatory".

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.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM269 - Task '&1' is skipped but have to be executed; set task manually in scope ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM269 indicates that a task in a transport management or job scheduling context has been skipped, but it is required to be executed. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Solution Manager or when managing background jobs and tasks in the SAP system landscape.
  Cause:
  
  Task Dependencies: The task may have dependencies that are not met, causing it to be skipped. For example, if a prerequisite task has not been executed successfully, the subsequent task may be skipped.
  Task Configuration: The task may not be properly configured in the transport management system or job scheduling framework.
  Scope Settings: The task may not be included in the current scope of execution, leading to it being skipped.
  Manual Intervention: The task may require manual intervention to be executed, which is not automatically handled by the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies of the task to ensure that all prerequisite tasks have been executed successfully. If any prerequisite tasks have failed or are incomplete, resolve those issues first.
  Adjust Task Configuration: Verify the configuration of the task in the transport management system or job scheduling framework. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  Modify Scope: If the task is not included in the current execution scope, you may need to manually add it to the scope. This can typically be done in the transaction or tool you are using to manage the tasks.
  Manual Execution: If the task must be executed manually, you can do so by navigating to the appropriate transaction (e.g., STC01 for background jobs) and executing the task directly.
  Review Logs: Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on why the task was skipped.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as STC01 (for managing background jobs), STC02 (for monitoring jobs), and STMS (for transport management).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to task execution and transport management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific version of your system to understand the task management and scheduling features available.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.