Understanding Autosys Job Scheduling: Monthly and Daily Schedules

 

Understanding Autosys Job Scheduling: Monthly and Daily Schedules

AutoSys is a robust job scheduling software used to automate complex business processes and workflows. Two common scheduling frequencies are monthly and daily schedules. Understanding how to configure these schedules effectively can enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely execution of critical tasks.

Monthly Job Schedule in AutoSys

A monthly job schedule is used to run jobs on a specific day of the month or at regular intervals throughout the month. Here's how to set up a monthly schedule in AutoSys:

1. Define the Job: First, define the job that you want to run monthly. This includes specifying the job's name, command, and other parameters.

2. Set the Schedule: To schedule a job to run monthly, you can use the scheduling parameters in the JIL (Job Information Language) script. The key parameters are start_times, start_mins, and run_calendar.

   Example JIL script for a monthly job:

   jil:
   
   insert_job: monthly_job
   job_type: c
   command: /path/to/your/script.sh
   machine: your_machine_name
   start_times: "00:00"
   start_mins: "00"
   run_calendar: monthly_calendar
   

   In this example:

   • start_times: Specifies the start time of the job.
   • start_mins: Specifies the minute at which the job starts.
   • run_calendar: Refers to a calendar definition that includes the monthly schedule.

3. Create a Calendar: Define a calendar that specifies which day of the month the job should run. For a monthly schedule, you can use the run_calendar parameter to reference a calendar that includes specific dates.

   Example of a monthly calendar definition:

   jil:
   
   insert_calendar: monthly_calendar
   calendar_type: monthly
   month: 1
   day: 1,15
   

   This calendar will schedule the job to run on the 1st and 15th of every month.

4. Monitor the Job: After setting up the job, monitor its execution using the AutoSys graphical user interface (GUI) or command-line tools. Ensure that the job runs as expected according to the schedule.

Daily Job Schedule in AutoSys

A daily job schedule is used to run jobs every day at specific times or intervals. Configuring daily schedules is straightforward and involves setting up recurring execution times. Here's how to configure a daily job schedule:

1. Define the Job: Similar to the monthly job setup, start by defining the job parameters in your JIL script.

2. Set the Schedule: For daily scheduling, use the start_times parameter to specify the time of day the job should run. You can also use start_mins to define the specific minutes.

   Example JIL script for a daily job:

   jil:
   
   insert_job: daily_job
   job_type: c
   command: /path/to/your/script.sh
   machine: your_machine_name
   start_times: "00:00"
   start_mins: "00"
   

   In this example:

   • start_times: Specifies the start time of the job.
   • start_mins: Specifies the minute at which the job starts.

3. Recurring Execution: To ensure the job runs every day, AutoSys will handle the scheduling based on the specified start_times and start_mins. There is no need for additional calendar definitions for daily schedules.

4. Monitor the Job: Just like with monthly jobs, use the AutoSys GUI or command-line tools to monitor the execution of daily jobs and confirm that they are running on schedule.

Conclusion

Configuring monthly and daily job schedules in AutoSys involves defining jobs, specifying execution times, and optionally creating calendars for more complex schedules. Whether you need to run a job monthly or daily, AutoSys provides flexible scheduling options to meet your operational needs. Regular monitoring ensures that jobs execute as planned, helping maintain the efficiency and reliability of your automated workflows.