How To Fix ESH_SE_SEARCH023 - Background job could not be released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SE_SEARCH - Search

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Background job could not be released

What causes this issue?

You need to have authorization to release background jobs.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your authorization. The same authorization is required when
releasing a background job using transaction SM36.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SE_SEARCH023 - Background job could not be released ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SE_SEARCH023 indicates that a background job could not be released. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) framework, which is used for searching across various SAP applications and data sources.
  Causes
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The background job may not have been scheduled correctly or may have encountered issues during its scheduling phase.
  Resource Constraints: There may be insufficient system resources (e.g., memory, CPU) available to execute the job.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP ESH or related components can lead to job release failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system account attempting to release the job may lack the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: General system errors or inconsistencies in the SAP environment can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solutions
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for any specific error messages or warnings that can provide more context about why the job could not be released.
  Verify Job Configuration: Ensure that the background job is configured correctly. Check the job parameters, scheduling times, and any dependencies.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction codes like SM50 or SM66 to monitor system resources and ensure that there are enough resources available for job execution.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user or system account has the necessary authorizations to release and execute background jobs.
  Re-schedule the Job: If the job is stuck, try to delete it and re-schedule it to see if that resolves the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may help clear temporary issues that are preventing job release.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (to monitor background jobs), SM21 (to check system logs), and ST22 (to analyze dumps).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_SE_SEARCH023 error message.