How To Fix CONV177 - Job &1 not released, use transaction sm37 to release

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONV - Messages in Connection with the Converter

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Job &1 not released, use transaction sm37 to release

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONV177 - Job &1 not released, use transaction sm37 to release ?

  The SAP error message CONV177 indicates that a job (in this case, identified by &1) has not been released for execution. This typically occurs when a background job has been created but is not yet in a state where it can be executed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Job Not Released: The job has been created but has not been released. This can happen if the job was scheduled but not activated.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that prevents it from being executed, such as "Scheduled" or "Released" but not yet started.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the job from being released.
  System Issues: There could be system-related issues or configuration problems that prevent the job from being released.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use Transaction SM37:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Enter the job name or other relevant criteria (like user, date, etc.) to find the job.
  Check the status of the job. If it is in a "Scheduled" state, you can release it from this screen.
  Select the job and choose the option to release it (usually found in the menu or as a button).
  
  
  
  Check Job Details:
  
  Review the job details to ensure that all parameters are set correctly.
  Make sure that the job is not conflicting with other jobs or system settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to release jobs. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Job Scheduling:
  
  If the job is part of a larger scheduling process, ensure that all dependencies are met before releasing the job.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the job is not being released.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Job Statuses:
  
  Released: The job is ready to be executed.
  Scheduled: The job is scheduled but not yet released.
  Finished: The job has completed execution.
  Canceled: The job was canceled and will not run.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on job scheduling and monitoring.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONV177 error and successfully release the job for execution. If issues persist, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.