How To Fix WB2BW012 - Time of termination lies in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2BW -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Time of termination lies in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2BW012 - Time of termination lies in the past ?

  The SAP error message WB2BW012, which states "Time of termination lies in the past," typically occurs in the context of scheduling or managing background jobs, particularly in the BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This error indicates that the system is trying to execute a job or process that has a scheduled time that is set in the past, meaning it cannot be executed as intended.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Scheduling: The job or process was scheduled with a start time that has already passed.
  Time Zone Issues: There may be discrepancies in time zones between the server and the user’s local time, leading to confusion about the actual scheduled time.
  System Clock Issues: The system clock on the SAP server may be incorrectly set, causing scheduled jobs to appear as if they are in the past.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Scheduling:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) to review the scheduled jobs.
  Look for the job that triggered the error and check its scheduled start time.
  If the time is indeed in the past, you will need to reschedule the job for a future time.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Zone Settings:
  
  Ensure that the time zone settings for the user and the server are correctly configured.
  You can check the time zone settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) for the user profile.
  
  
  
  Correct System Time:
  
  Verify the system time on the SAP server. If it is incorrect, you may need to synchronize it with a reliable time source.
  This may require assistance from your system administrator or basis team.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Job:
  
  After correcting the scheduling or time settings, you can manually start the job if necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Job Scheduling
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on job scheduling and monitoring in BW.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job scheduling and error messages.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.