How To Fix GT306 - Job & could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Job & could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

An error which could not be identified more preciesely occurred when
descheduling a background job.

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?

Try to deschedule the background job again.
Please inform your system administrator if the error then reoccurs.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT306 - Job & could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message GT306 ("Job & could not be deleted") typically occurs when there is an issue with deleting a background job in the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of GT306 Error
  
  
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that does not allow deletion, such as "Released" or "Finished." Jobs that are currently running or have already completed may have restrictions on deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Job Dependencies: The job may have dependencies or be part of a job chain that prevents it from being deleted.
  
  
  System Locks: There may be system locks or other processes that are preventing the job from being deleted.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues in the SAP system, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the job management tables.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Job Status: Verify the status of the job in transaction code SM37. If the job is still running or in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to wait until it completes or is canceled.
  
  
  Cancel the Job: If the job is running, you can try to cancel it first. Use transaction SM37, select the job, and choose the option to cancel it.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete background jobs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Review Job Dependencies: If the job is part of a job chain or has dependencies, you may need to address those dependencies before attempting to delete the job.
  
  
  Use Transaction SM36: If you are unable to delete the job through SM37, you can try using transaction SM36 to manage jobs and see if there are any options available for deletion.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that may be preventing the deletion of the job. If you find locks related to the job, you may need to resolve those.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may resolve underlying issues that are preventing job deletion.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on job management and error handling.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.