How To Fix WZ341 - Job & could not be scheduled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 341

• Message text: Job & could not be scheduled

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to schedule job &v1&. However, either call JOB_OPEN
or JOB_SUBMIT failed.

System Response

Job &v1& was not scheduled.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ341 - Job & could not be scheduled ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WZ341 - Job & could not be scheduled
  
  Cause:
  The error message WZ341 typically occurs when an SAP background job cannot be scheduled. This can happen due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  The background job name or job class is invalid or not properly defined.
  The job scheduling system (like the SAP spool or background processing system) is not properly configured or is down.
  The user trying to schedule the job does not have the necessary authorizations.
  The job scheduling request conflicts with existing jobs or system restrictions.
  The SAP system's background job scheduler (SM36/SM37) is not functioning correctly.
  The job scheduling request is malformed or missing required parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WZ341 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Job Definition:
  
  Verify that the job name and job class are correctly specified.
  Ensure the job variant and program are valid and active.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user scheduling the job has the necessary authorizations (e.g., S_BTCH_JOB for background jobs).
  
  
  
  Verify Background Job Infrastructure:
  
  Check transaction SM36 to schedule jobs manually and see if the system allows it.
  Use SM37 to check existing jobs and their statuses.
  Ensure the background job scheduler is running properly.
  Check the spool system and background processing system for errors.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use SM21 to review system logs for any related errors.
  Check the developer trace files (transaction ST11) for more detailed error messages.
  
  
  
  Check for Conflicts or Restrictions:
  
  Ensure no conflicting jobs or system restrictions prevent scheduling.
  Check if the job scheduling time is valid and not in the past.
  
  
  
  System Health:
  
  Verify that the SAP system is not in a restricted mode (e.g., during system maintenance or upgrade).
  Restart the background job scheduler if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WZ341 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36 - Define and schedule background jobs.
  SM37 - Monitor background jobs.
  SM21 - System log.
  ST22 - Dump analysis (in case the job scheduling causes dumps).
  ST11 - Developer traces.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_BTCH_JOB - Background job authorization.
  S_BTCH_ADM - Background job administration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and KBAs:
  
  Check SAP Notes for specific fixes or patches related to WZ341.
  Sometimes, this error can be related to specific SAP kernel or system component versions.
  
  
  
  
  If after these checks the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and system information.