How To Fix BT132 - Failed to delete job & from the job scheduler event table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Failed to delete job & from the job scheduler event table

What causes this issue?

The job named in the message was scheduled to start when an event was
triggered. The background processing system was unable to delete this
start specification from the "event table" (table BTCEVTJOB).

System Response

If the FORCEDMODE parameter was set in the call to the BP_JOB_DELETE
function module, then the background processing system ignores this
error and deletes all other components of the job.
Otherwise, the deletion is terminated. The job has not been deleted.

How to fix this error?

You can delete the job again using "forced mode" to ignore the error.
This option is available in the programming interface in the
BP_JOB_DELETE function module and interactively in report RSBTCDEL.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT132 - Failed to delete job & from the job scheduler event table ?

  The SAP error message BT132, which indicates "Failed to delete job & from the job scheduler event table," typically arises when there is an issue with the job scheduling system in SAP. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that prevents it from being deleted, such as "active" or "finished."
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Database Lock: There may be a lock on the database table that prevents the deletion of the job.
  Job Dependencies: The job may have dependencies or be linked to other jobs that need to be resolved before deletion.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the job scheduling tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Verify the status of the job in transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring). If the job is still active, you may need to cancel it first.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to delete jobs. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Release Locks: If there are database locks, you can check for locks using transaction code SM12 and release them if necessary.
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies or linked jobs that may be preventing the deletion. You can use transaction code SM36 to check job definitions.
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context. Use transaction code SM21 to view the system log.
  Restart Job Scheduler: In some cases, restarting the job scheduler or the SAP system may resolve temporary issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for job scheduling and background processing for more detailed information.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or open a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.