How To Fix MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG031 - Job was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG - Extractor Log Messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Job was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG031 - Job was deleted ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG031 indicates that a job related to the purchasing or materials management process was deleted. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a background job that was scheduled to run for processing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, or other related tasks is no longer available.
  Causes:
  
  Manual Deletion: The job may have been manually deleted by a user with the necessary authorizations.
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may have been scheduled incorrectly or encountered issues that led to its deletion.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that caused the job to be deleted.
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the proper authorizations to view or manage the job, leading to confusion about its status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any jobs related to the purchasing process and see if they are still scheduled or if they have failed.
  Recreate the Job: If the job was deleted, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by scheduling a new job with the same parameters as the deleted one.
  Review Logs: Check the job logs for any error messages or warnings that could provide insight into why the job was deleted.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage and view background jobs.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any system-level issues that may be causing jobs to be deleted unexpectedly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM36 (Job Scheduling), and SM21 (System Log) for monitoring and managing background jobs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job management in your specific version of SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to job scheduling and background processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.