How To Fix UCS0173 - Starting task &1 for period &3 on server &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Starting task &1 for period &3 on server &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0173 - Starting task &1 for period &3 on server &2 ?

  The SAP error message UCS0173 typically indicates an issue related to the scheduling or execution of a background job or task in the SAP system. The message format suggests that there is a problem starting a specific task for a given period on a specified server.
  Cause:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The task may not be scheduled correctly, or there may be conflicts with other jobs.
  Resource Availability: The server may not have enough resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to start the task.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the job definition or in the server settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process trying to start the task may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP instance that prevent the task from starting.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Scheduling: Review the job scheduling settings in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to ensure that the job is correctly defined and scheduled.
  Resource Monitoring: Use transaction ST06 or ST02 to monitor system resources and ensure that the server has sufficient resources available.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the task and ensure that all parameters are set correctly. This includes checking the job variant and any selection criteria.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to execute the task. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide more context about the failure.
  Restart the Job: If the job has failed, you may need to restart it after addressing any underlying issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  ST06: Operating System Monitor
  ST02: Buffer Monitor
  SM21: System Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any logs you have reviewed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the UCS0173 error message in your SAP system.