How To Fix FAR_MAN_PA_MSG035 - The state of backup job(&1) could not be determined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_MAN_PA_MSG - Message Class ODATA_PAYMENTADVICES

• Message number: 035

• Message text: The state of backup job(&1) could not be determined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_MAN_PA_MSG035 - The state of backup job(&1) could not be determined. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_MAN_PA_MSG035 indicates that the system is unable to determine the state of a backup job. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Job Not Found: The backup job specified by the identifier (&1) may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Job Status Unavailable: The job might be in a state where its status cannot be retrieved, such as if it is still running or has failed without proper logging.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the database or the backup system, preventing the retrieval of job status.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to view the job status.
  System Configuration: There may be misconfigurations in the backup management settings or the job scheduling system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Job Existence: Check if the backup job with the specified identifier exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the job management area in SAP.
  Check Job Status: If the job exists, check its current status through the job monitoring tools in SAP (e.g., transaction SM37).
  Review Logs: Look at the logs for the backup job to see if there are any errors or warnings that could indicate why the status cannot be determined.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view job statuses. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Database Connectivity: Verify that the connection to the database is stable and that there are no network issues affecting communication.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the backup management and job scheduling to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), DB13 (Database Backup), and SARA (Archive Administration) for managing backup jobs.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to backup and recovery processes to ensure that best practices are being followed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.