---
title: "Why is the recurring service event preventing me from booking a job?"
slug: "why-is-the-recurring-service-event-preventing-me-from-booking-a-job"
tags: ["Area - Memberships", "Focus - Service Replacement", "Role - Admin", "Role - CSR Dispatch", "Type - Residential"]
updated: 2026-10-16T01:16:12Z
published: 2026-10-16T01:16:12Z
canonical: "help.servicetitan.com/why-is-the-recurring-service-event-preventing-me-from-booking-a-job"
---

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# Why is the recurring service event preventing me from booking a job?

## Problem

The issue occurs when *Selecting a recurring service event required when booking jobs* is enabled. This setting can prevent job booking.

## Solution

1. Go to **Settings** ![A simple icon representing a settings gear. ](https://cdn.document360.io/961862ab-d0f2-4d91-bb62-a62ee8184eff/Images/Documentation/icon-gnav-settings-inactive.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T11%3A39%3A39Z&se=2026-11-09T12%3A39%3A39Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=t0v4ycNKk%2FMyIUSeOqqSB4A9u7zs%2F3xWiI%2FRGWJb%2B5k%3D) **> Operations > Job Types**.
2. Edit the Job Type that you are trying to book a job for.
3. Look for the option *Make Selecting a recurring service event required when booking jobs*.
4. If this option is selected, deselect it.
5. Save your changes.
6. Refresh your screen.
7. Try booking the job again.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue and book jobs without the recurring service event preventing you.