How To Fix BD058 - Job not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BD - cross-application: data transfer

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Job not released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BD058 - Job not released ?

  The SAP error message BD058, which states "Job not released," typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP. This error indicates that a job that was scheduled to run in the background has not been released for execution. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Job Not Released: The job was created but not released for execution. This can happen if the job was saved in a non-released state.
  Authorization Issues: The user who created the job may not have the necessary authorizations to release the job.
  Job Scheduling Errors: There may be issues with the job scheduling parameters or settings that prevent the job from being released.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect job scheduling and execution.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that does not allow it to be released (e.g., it may be in a "planned" state).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Release the Job: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Find the job in question and check its status.
  If the job is in a "planned" state, you can release it by selecting the job and choosing the "Release" option.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to release jobs. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling Parameters: 
  
  Check the job scheduling parameters to ensure they are set correctly. This includes the start time, frequency, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check Job Logs: 
  
  Review the job logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the job is not being released.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: 
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system configuration is correct and that there are no underlying issues affecting job scheduling.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Job: 
  
  If the job cannot be released due to persistent issues, consider deleting the job and recreating it with the correct parameters.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on background job processing and troubleshooting job-related issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job scheduling and the BD058 error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BD058 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.