How To Fix SYBCK109 - ASE job scheduler is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SYBCK - SYB: System Check Messages

• Message number: 109

• Message text: ASE job scheduler is not active

The ASE job scheduler is not active.
As a result, the following functions may not work:
DBA Planning Calendar
Data Collection Framework
Automatic Table Maintenance

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SYBCK109 - ASE job scheduler is not active ?

  The SAP error message SYBCK109 indicates that the Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) job scheduler is not active. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to schedule or manage jobs in the ASE environment, but the job scheduler component is not running or has not been properly configured.
  Cause
  The primary causes for this error can include:
  
  
  Job Scheduler Not Started: The job scheduler service may not be running. This can happen if the server was restarted and the job scheduler was not set to start automatically.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ASE settings that prevent the job scheduler from starting.
  
  
  Permissions: The user attempting to access the job scheduler may not have the necessary permissions to interact with it.
  
  
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be underlying connectivity issues with the database that prevent the job scheduler from functioning properly.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SYBCK109 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Start the Job Scheduler:
  
  Check if the job scheduler is running. You can do this by executing the following command in the ASE environment:
  sp_help_job
  
  If it is not running, you can start it using:
  sp_start_job_scheduler
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the job scheduler is properly configured in the ASE configuration files. Review the settings related to the job scheduler in the sybase.cfg or equivalent configuration files.
  
  
  
  Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access and manage the job scheduler. You may need to grant appropriate roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the ASE error logs for any additional messages or errors that might provide more context about why the job scheduler is not active.
  
  
  
  Restart ASE:
  
  If the job scheduler still does not start, consider restarting the ASE server to ensure that all components are initialized correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP ASE documentation for more detailed instructions on configuring and managing the job scheduler.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP ASE Documentation: Always refer to the latest SAP ASE documentation for specific commands and configuration settings.
  Support Forums: Check SAP community forums or support channels for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that you are using a compatible version of ASE that supports the job scheduler features you are trying to use.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SYBCK109 error and get the job scheduler active in your SAP ASE environment.