How To Fix XMS_ADM042 - Scheduler changed to automatic start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_ADM - XMS - Administration

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Scheduler changed to automatic start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_ADM042 - Scheduler changed to automatic start ?

  The SAP error message XMS_ADM042 indicates that the scheduler for a specific job or process has been changed to "automatic start." This typically occurs in the context of SAP's background processing or job scheduling, particularly when using the SAP Business Process Management (BPM) or SAP Process Integration (PI) systems.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Change: An administrator or user may have manually changed the job's scheduling settings to automatic start.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured to automatically switch certain jobs to automatic start based on specific conditions or settings.
  Job Dependencies: If a job that is dependent on another job is set to automatic start, it may trigger this message.
  Error Recovery: The system may automatically change the job to an automatic start mode as part of an error recovery process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Job Settings: Check the job settings in the SAP system to confirm if the change to automatic start was intended. You can do this through transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Define Job).
  Manual Adjustment: If the change was not intended, you can manually adjust the job settings back to the desired configuration (e.g., change it back to "manual start").
  Check Logs: Review the job logs and system logs for any related messages or errors that might provide more context on why the change occurred.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to job scheduling and background processing for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  System Configuration Review: If this behavior is recurring, consider reviewing the system configuration or consulting with your SAP Basis team to ensure that there are no underlying issues causing this automatic change.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 for job monitoring, SM36 for job definition, and SM21 for system logs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and background processing.
  User Roles: Ensure that only authorized personnel have the ability to change job settings to prevent unintended modifications.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on job scheduling and background processing.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for more in-depth troubleshooting.