Windows 10: Should I end a task-scheduler task after processing is finished?

Discus and support Should I end a task-scheduler task after processing is finished? in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; Via task scheduler, I start a program that runs some calculations and closes itself when finished. But the task in taskscheduler is still "running"... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by Doublin, Jan 31, 2021.

  1. DOUBLIN
    Doublin Win User

    Should I end a task-scheduler task after processing is finished?


    Via task scheduler, I start a program that runs some calculations and closes itself when finished.
    But the task in taskscheduler is still "running" instead of being back to "ready". I have seen that this blocks other tasks from writing to a file created by the first program.
    How is task scheduler intended to use? Always end a task after your processes are finished? Or just ignore that the task is "running" much longer than needed?

    :)
     
    Doublin, Jan 31, 2021
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  2. PAWAN DHONDIYAL
    Pawan Dhondiyal Win User

    Task Scheduler with error message The selected task »CreateChoiceProcessTask« no longer exists

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community. Let me assist you.

    I suggest you to clear the task from Task Scheduler using the below steps and check if the issue still persists.

    Steps:-

    • Type Task Scheduler on Search bar.
    • Click on Task Scheduler Library.
    • Select the particular task and right click on it.
    • Select End.

    Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance, we’ll be glad to assist you.
     
    Pawan Dhondiyal, Jan 31, 2021
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  3. MONICA CAM
    Monica Cam Win User
    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.
     
    Monica Cam, Jan 31, 2021
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  4. KARTHICKA_R
    Karthicka_R Win User

    Should I end a task-scheduler task after processing is finished?

    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.
     
    Karthicka_R, Jan 31, 2021
    #4
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