How To Fix UMB114 - Background job is not supported.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Background job is not supported.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB114 - Background job is not supported. ?

  The SAP error message UMB114, which states "Background job is not supported," typically occurs when there is an attempt to execute a background job that is not allowed or not properly configured in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, including system settings, job configuration, or authorization issues.
  Causes:
  
  Job Configuration Issues: The background job may not be configured correctly, such as missing parameters or incorrect job type.
  System Settings: Certain system settings may restrict the execution of background jobs, especially if they are related to specific transactions or programs.
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to execute the job may not have the necessary authorizations to run background jobs.
  Job Type Restrictions: Some job types may not be supported for background processing, depending on the SAP version or specific configurations.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the SAP system that prevent background jobs from being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Configuration: Review the configuration of the background job in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Define Background Job). Ensure that all required parameters are set correctly.
  Review System Settings: Check the system settings related to background processing. This can include transaction codes like RZ10 (Profile Parameters) to see if there are any restrictions in place.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and execute background jobs. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific job or transaction to see if there are known issues or limitations.
  Check for Technical Issues: If the problem persists, check for any technical issues in the system, such as system logs (transaction SM21) or background processing logs (transaction SM37).
  Contact SAP Support: If none of the above solutions resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to background job processing.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on background processing and job scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UMB114 error and implement a solution to resolve it.