How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG617 - Error while scheduling job; job name &1 too long (max &2 characters)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 617

• Message text: Error while scheduling job; job name &1 too long (max &2 characters)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG617 - Error while scheduling job; job name &1 too long (max &2 characters) ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG617 indicates that there is an issue with the length of the job name you are trying to schedule. Specifically, the job name exceeds the maximum allowed character limit.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the job name you are attempting to use is longer than the maximum allowed length specified by the system. In this case, the job name is &1 (the actual job name you provided), and the maximum allowed length is &2 (the character limit set by the system).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to shorten the job name to comply with the maximum character limit. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Job Name: Check the job name you are trying to schedule. This will be indicated in the error message as &1.
  
  
  Check Maximum Length: Determine the maximum length allowed for job names, which is indicated in the error message as &2. 
  
  
  Modify the Job Name: Shorten the job name to ensure it is within the allowed character limit. Aim for a concise and descriptive name that still conveys the purpose of the job.
  
  
  Reschedule the Job: After modifying the job name, attempt to schedule the job again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for job scheduling to understand the naming conventions and limitations.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to view existing jobs and their names, which can help you in naming your new job appropriately.
  Naming Conventions: Follow any organizational or project-specific naming conventions to ensure consistency and clarity in job names.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after shortening the job name, consider checking for any additional constraints or settings in your SAP system that may affect job scheduling.