How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL166 - No interruptible jobs found for activity ID &1 on &2 / &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GLOBAL - Global Messages (Usable in All AFX Objects)

• Message number: 166

• Message text: No interruptible jobs found for activity ID &1 on &2 / &3

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to find any interruptible jobs for activity ID
<ZH>&V1&</> on <ZH>&V2&</> at <ZH>&V3&</>.

System Response

The program will be continued and the system will attempt to determine
the interruptible jobs at a later time.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL166 - No interruptible jobs found for activity ID &1 on &2 / &3 ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL166 indicates that there are no interruptible jobs found for a specific activity ID on the given date. This error typically arises in the context of background processing or job scheduling in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with the Advanced Job Scheduling (AJS) or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  No Jobs Scheduled: The most common cause is that there are no jobs currently scheduled or running that match the specified activity ID.
  Job Status: The jobs may not be in a status that allows them to be interrupted (e.g., they may be completed, canceled, or in a state that does not allow interruption).
  Incorrect Activity ID: The activity ID provided may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Date Mismatch: The date specified may not correspond to any jobs that are scheduled or running.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Scheduled Jobs: Verify if there are any jobs scheduled for the specified activity ID. You can do this by checking the job scheduling logs or using transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring).
  Verify Activity ID: Ensure that the activity ID you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  Job Status Review: Check the status of the jobs. If they are completed or in a non-interruptible state, you may need to wait for them to finish or handle them differently.
  Adjust Date: Make sure that the date you are using corresponds to the jobs you are trying to interrupt. If you are looking for jobs on a specific date, ensure that they are indeed scheduled for that date.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on job scheduling and interruptible jobs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM36 (Define Background Job), and SM21 (System Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and the specific error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.