How To Fix XW240 - Job &1 cannot be started (code &2)

XW240 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Job &1 cannot be started (code &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW240 - Job &1 cannot be started (code &2) ?

  The SAP error message XW240 indicates that a job cannot be started due to a specific issue. The message format typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the job name and &2 for the error code. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: The job may be scheduled to run at a time when another job is already using the same resources.
  Resource Availability: Required resources (like background processing servers) may not be available or may be overloaded.
  Job Definition Issues: There may be issues with the job definition itself, such as incorrect parameters or missing prerequisites.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to start the job.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to allow the job to run.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that prevents it from being started (e.g., it may be in