How To Fix UJB_EXCEPTION193 - BPF: Job before executing,will stop as instance started or job changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 193

• Message text: BPF: Job before executing,will stop as instance started or job changed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJB_EXCEPTION193 - BPF: Job before executing,will stop as instance started or job changed. ?

  The SAP error message UJB_EXCEPTION193 with the description "BPF: Job before executing, will stop as instance started or job changed" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when there is an issue with job execution. This error indicates that the job you are trying to execute cannot proceed because either an instance of the job is already running or the job configuration has changed since it was last executed.
  Causes:
  
  Job Already Running: The most common cause is that the job you are trying to execute is already running. This can happen if a previous instance of the job has not completed yet.
  Job Configuration Change: If the job configuration has been modified after the job was scheduled or started, the system may prevent the job from executing to avoid inconsistencies.
  System Locking: There may be system-level locks or other processes that are preventing the job from executing.
  Resource Constraints: Insufficient resources or system constraints may also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Running Jobs: Verify if the job is already running. You can do this by checking the job status in the job monitoring tool or transaction in SAP. If it is running, you may need to wait for it to complete or terminate it if necessary.
  Review Job Configuration: Ensure that the job configuration has not changed unexpectedly. If it has, you may need to revert to the previous configuration or adjust your execution plan accordingly.
  Restart the Job: If the job is stuck or has failed, you may need to restart it after ensuring that no other instances are running.
  Check for Locks: Investigate if there are any locks on the job or related resources. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks in the system.
  Consult Logs: Review the job logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  System Resources: Ensure that the system has adequate resources (CPU, memory, etc.) to execute the job. If necessary, optimize resource allocation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BPC documentation for best practices on job scheduling and execution.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the UJB_EXCEPTION193 error in SAP BPC.