How To Fix D-061 - Job & may not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D- -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Job & may not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D-061 - Job & may not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message D-061 ("Job & may not be deleted") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a job that is either currently running, has already been executed, or is in a state that does not allow deletion. This error is part of the job management functionality in SAP, which is used to schedule and manage background jobs.
  Causes:
  
  Job Status: The job you are trying to delete is currently active or has already been executed.
  Job Ownership: You may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the job.
  Job Dependencies: The job may be part of a job chain or dependent on other jobs that are still active.
  System Lock: The job might be locked by another process or user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Status: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and check the status of the job. If it is running or finished, you may need to wait until it is completed before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  
  Cancel the Job: 
  
  If the job is currently running and you need to delete it, you can cancel it first. In SM37, select the job and choose the option to cancel it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete jobs. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Job Dependencies: 
  
  Check if the job is part of a job chain or has dependencies. If it is, you may need to delete or modify the dependent jobs first.
  
  
  
  System Lock: 
  
  If the job is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact your system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  You can also use transaction codes like SM36 (Define Background Job) to manage jobs and check their details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Job Monitoring: Use transaction SM37 to monitor jobs, check their status, and see logs for any errors.
  Job Scheduling: Use transaction SM36 to create, modify, or delete jobs.
  Authorization Objects: Check for authorization objects related to job management, such as S_BTCH_ADM (Background Processing Administration).
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or refer to SAP Notes for more specific guidance related to your system version.