How To Fix VEG_MSG014 - Job not started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VEG_MSG - Message class for Visual Enterrpise Generator

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Job not started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VEG_MSG014 - Job not started ?

  The SAP error message VEG_MSG014, which indicates "Job not started," typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may not have been scheduled correctly or may have been deleted before it could start.
  Resource Availability: There may be insufficient resources (e.g., memory, CPU) available on the application server to start the job.
  Job Dependencies: The job may have dependencies on other jobs that have not yet completed.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the job scheduling settings or in the background processing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user or the job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as database locks or system errors that prevent the job from starting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. Look for any related messages or errors that might provide more context.
  Review Job Scheduling: Ensure that the job is scheduled correctly and that it has not been inadvertently deleted or rescheduled.
  Check System Resources: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are enough available for the job to start. You can use transaction codes like SM50 or SM66 to check active processes.
  Verify Dependencies: If the job has dependencies, ensure that all prerequisite jobs have completed successfully.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user who scheduled the job has the necessary authorizations to execute it.
  Review Logs: Check the job logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide insight into why the job did not start.
  Re-schedule the Job: If the job is not critical, you can try to delete it and re-schedule it to see if it starts successfully.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM36 (Job Scheduling), and SM21 (System Log) for monitoring and troubleshooting jobs.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on background processing and job scheduling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.