How To Fix 2B035 - Cannot delete job &1 &2 with status &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 2B - TMS Background Service

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Cannot delete job &1 &2 with status &3

What causes this issue?

You want to delete the job &V1& &V2& with status &V3&.
You can only delete jobs that have one of the following statuses:
<LS>Scheduled</>
<LS>Released</>
<LS>Completed</>
<LS>Cancelled</>

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

Check your selection and update the job list.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 2B035 - Cannot delete job &1 &2 with status &3 ?

  The SAP error message 2B035 indicates that there is an attempt to delete a job that cannot be deleted due to its current status. The message format is as follows:
  
  &1: Job name
  &2: Job number
  &3: Current status of the job
  
  Cause
  The error occurs when you try to delete a background job that is in a status that does not allow deletion. Common statuses that prevent deletion include:
  
  Released: The job is scheduled to run but has not yet started.
  Active: The job is currently running.
  Finished: The job has completed its execution.
  Cancelled: The job was cancelled but may still be in a state that prevents deletion.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this issue, you need to check the status of the job and take appropriate action based on its current state:
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to view the job status. Enter the job name and job number to find the specific job.
  
  
  
  If the Job is Active:
  
  If the job is currently running, you will need to wait for it to complete or cancel it before attempting to delete it again.
  
  
  
  If the Job is Finished or Cancelled:
  
  If the job has finished or is cancelled, ensure that it is not in a state that prevents deletion. Sometimes, jobs may need to be set to a "deleted" status before they can be removed.
  
  
  
  Delete the Job:
  
  Once the job is in a suitable state (e.g., finished or cancelled), you can attempt to delete it again using transaction code SM37 or SM36.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete jobs. Lack of permissions can also lead to issues when trying to delete jobs.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related system messages)
  
  
  
  Job Management: Familiarize yourself with job management in SAP, including how to schedule, monitor, and delete jobs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to job management and error messages. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address specific problems.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.