How To Fix BT136 - Failed to delete job & from job definition table

BT136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Failed to delete job & from job definition table

What causes this issue?

The record of the job named in the message could not be deleted from
table TBTCO, the job definition table. The record could not be found in
the database, which suggests that a database problem has occurred.

System Response

The job has not been deleted.

How to fix this error?

Check the <DS:TRAN.SM21>SAP system log</> for messages relating to this
problem. You should also use the diagnostic tools of the database
system or the <DS:TRAN.SRZL>computing center management system</> to
analyze this error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT136 - Failed to delete job & from job definition table ?

  The SAP error message BT136, which states "Failed to delete job & from job definition table," typically occurs when there is an issue with deleting a background job from the job definition table in the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Job Still Active: The job you are trying to delete may still be active or running. SAP does not allow the deletion of jobs that are currently executing.
  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 job definition table in the database, preventing the deletion.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the job management tables.
  Job Definition Not Found: The job definition you are trying to delete may not exist or may have already been deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
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