How To Fix XMS_ADM074 - Error during job scheduling

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_ADM - XMS - Administration

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Error during job scheduling

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_ADM074 - Error during job scheduling ?

  The SAP error message XMS_ADM074 indicates that there was an error during job scheduling. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Job Definition Issues: The job may not be defined correctly, such as missing parameters or incorrect scheduling times.
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to schedule the job may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Resource Limitations: There may be insufficient system resources (e.g., memory, CPU) to schedule the job.
  Background Processing Issues: The background processing system may be down or not functioning correctly.
  Job Server Configuration: The job server may not be configured properly or may be inactive.
  Database Locking: There may be locks on the database that prevent the job from being scheduled.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Definition: Review the job definition in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Define Background Job) to ensure all parameters are set correctly.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to schedule jobs. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and profiles.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to check for system resource usage and ensure that there are enough resources available for job scheduling.
  Check Background Processing: Ensure that the background processing system is active. You can check this in transaction SM37 or SM21 (System Log) for any related errors.
  Review Job Server Configuration: Check the configuration of the job server in transaction SM36 and ensure that it is active and properly configured.
  Database Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the database that may be preventing the job from being scheduled. If locks are found, they may need to be released.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM50: Work Process Overview
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to job scheduling errors for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on job scheduling and background processing.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or open a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.