Windows 10: Server 2019 running Data Collector Sets via schtasks/Scheduled Tasks (Issue & Tempfix)

Has anyone else encountered issues activating a performance monitor data collector set on Server 2019 using either the command line schtasks or the gui Scheduled Tasks?

Specifically with the symptom: it appears to start without issue on the scheduled task side, but nothing changing (no activity) on the perfmon side


I have, so I went on the investigation

I've noticed a difference between 2019 and 2016 version of the scheduled task. Specifically the <Actions> part on the xml


2019

<Actions Context="Author">

<ComHandler>

<ClassId>{XXXXXXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXXXXXXXXXX}</ClassId>

<Data>$(Arg0)</Data>

</ComHandler>

</Actions>


2016

<Actions Context="Author">

<Exec>

<Command>C:\Windows\system32\rundll32.exe</Command>

<Arguments>C:\Windows\system32\pla.dll,PlaHost "XXX My Collector Name XXX" "$(Arg0)"</Arguments>

</Exec>

</Actions>


Temporary/Interim Fix

In the 2019's version of the scheduled task, i removed the 'Custom Handler' action and replaced it with the legacy 'Start a program' action. This resolved the issue.

I've not had any experience reporting to the MS development teams so if someone who reads this can let them know - they need to know that this is broken

:)

 

Window's Task Scheduler Not Running

Hi,

To assist you better, kindly provide us more details by answering the following questions:

• Have you tried recreating the task? If so, are you getting the same issue?
• Have you tried creating a new task?

Meanwhile, we suggest that you ensure that the Task Scheduler is running. You can verify if the service is running by following these steps:

• Press Windows key + R on your keyboard.
• Type services.msc and hit Enter.
• Under Services (Local), make sure that the Task Scheduler service's status is
  Started or Enabled.

Should you need further assistance, feel free to get back to us.

 

Unable to run Task Scheduler

Hello Varun,

Let's determine the cause of the issue. To get started, I'd like to get the following information:

• Is this your first time to encounter this issue? If so, did you make any changes to your computer's configuration prior to this?
• Are you getting any error messages?
• Can you also please confirm the current build of your Windows 10?
  
  (Type winver into the Cortana search box, then hit
  Enter.)

Meanwhile, I suggest that you try starting the Task Scheduler through command line. To do so, please follow these steps:

• Open Command Prompt (Admin).
• Type this net start task scheduler and hit Enter.

We're looking forward to your response.

 

Cannot schedule a task with Task Scheduler - error 2147942403

Hi,

I suggest you to check the below settings and check fi it helps.

• In task scheduler, click on the scheduled job properties > then settings.
• In the last listed option: "If the task is already running, the following rule applies:"
• Select "Stop the existing instance" from the drop down list.
• Save and Exit. Then check whether the task is running or not.

Please get back to us with an update on this issue, we will be happy to assist you further.

Thank you.