How To Fix JOBREPO116 - Client &1 specifies a nonexisting Job Repo step user &2 (note 2190119)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JOBREPO - Messages for Job Repository

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Client &1 specifies a nonexisting Job Repo step user &2 (note 2190119)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JOBREPO116 - Client &1 specifies a nonexisting Job Repo step user &2 (note 2190119) ?

  The SAP error message JOBREPO116 indicates that a specified job repository step user does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when a job is scheduled to run under a user that has either been deleted or is not correctly defined in the job repository.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existing User: The user specified in the job repository step does not exist in the system.
  User Deletion: The user may have been deleted after the job was created.
  Incorrect User Assignment: The job may have been assigned to a user that was never created or was incorrectly specified.
  Transport Issues: If the job was transported from one system to another, the user may not exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify User Existence: Check if the user specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Update Job Step: If the user does not exist, you can either:
  
  Change the job step to use a valid user.
  Create the user if it is necessary for the job to run under that specific user.
  
  
  Check Job Repository: Use transaction code SM37 to check the job repository and ensure that all job steps are correctly configured.
  Recreate Job: If the job is not critical, consider deleting and recreating it with the correct user assignments.
  Transport Considerations: If the job was transported, ensure that the user exists in the target system or adjust the job to use a valid user in that environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Note 2190119: This note provides additional details and troubleshooting steps related to the JOBREPO116 error. It may contain specific recommendations or updates that can help resolve the issue.
  User Management: Familiarize yourself with user management in SAP, including how to create, modify, and delete users, as well as how to assign roles and authorizations.
  Job Scheduling: Understanding how job scheduling works in SAP, including the use of background jobs and job repositories, can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.