How To Fix XT801 - Error when scheduling job &1(&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Error when scheduling job &1(&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT801 - Error when scheduling job &1(&2) ?

  The SAP error message XT801 typically occurs when there is an issue with scheduling a job in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes of XT801 Error
  
  Job Name or Job Type Issues: The job name or type specified may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to schedule the job may not have the necessary authorizations to do so.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the job scheduling settings or the background processing settings.
  Resource Availability: The system may not have enough resources (like background work processes) available to schedule the job.
  Job Dependencies: The job may have dependencies that are not met, preventing it from being scheduled.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Job Name and Type: Verify that the job name and type you are trying to schedule are correct and exist in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to schedule jobs. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Examine Job Scheduling Settings: Review the configuration settings for job scheduling in transaction codes like SM36 (Define Background Job) and SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Monitor System Resources: Check the availability of background work processes in transaction SM50 or SM66. If there are not enough processes, consider adjusting the configuration or scheduling jobs during off-peak hours.
  Check Job Dependencies: If the job has dependencies, ensure that all prerequisite jobs have completed successfully before scheduling the new job.
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context on the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM36: To define and schedule background jobs.
  SM37: To monitor and manage scheduled jobs.
  SM50/SM66: To check the status of work processes.
  SM21: To view system logs for error messages.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for job scheduling and background processing for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.