How To Fix BT127 - Job & no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Job & no longer exists

What causes this issue?

Before a job is deleted, a check is made as to whether the job actually
exists. This message indicates that another user may possibly have
already deleted it.

System Response

Deletion was cancelled. Job &V1& will not be deleted.

How to fix this error?

This message does not indicate a problem. When the user attempted to
delete a job, he/she found that the job had already been deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT127 - Job & no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message BT127 ("Job & no longer exists") typically occurs when a background job that you are trying to reference or manage in SAP no longer exists in the system. This can happen for several reasons, such as the job being deleted, completed, or not being scheduled correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Job Deletion: The job may have been manually deleted by a user or through a job management process.
  Job Completion: The job may have completed its execution and been removed from the job overview.
  Incorrect Job Name/ID: The job name or ID you are trying to reference may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may not have been scheduled properly, leading to it not being created in the system.
  System Cleanup: Some systems have automatic cleanup processes that remove old or completed jobs after a certain period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Job Existence: Check the job overview (transaction code SM37) to see if the job is listed. You can filter by job name, user, and date to find it.
  Check Job Status: If the job is listed, check its status (e.g., finished, canceled, etc.) to understand what happened to it.
  Recreate the Job: If the job is no longer available and you need it, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you have the correct parameters and scheduling information.
  Review Job Logs: If the job was completed or canceled, review the job logs for any errors or messages that might indicate why it is no longer available.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you suspect that the job was deleted or cleaned up by a system process, consult with your SAP Basis team to understand the job retention policies in place.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring - to view and manage background jobs.
  SM36: Job Scheduling - to create and schedule new background jobs.
  SM21: System Log - to check for any system-related issues that might have affected job processing.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on background job management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to background job processing that might be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.