How To Fix MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG071 - One or more jobs could not be aborted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG - Extractor Log Messages

• Message number: 071

• Message text: One or more jobs could not be aborted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG071 - One or more jobs could not be aborted ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG071 indicates that one or more jobs could not be aborted. This error typically occurs in the context of job management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with background jobs related to purchasing or material management.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Job Status: The job you are trying to abort may not be in a status that allows it to be aborted (e.g., it may already be completed or in a state that does not permit abortion).
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to abort the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Lock: There may be a system lock or other processes that are preventing the job from being aborted.
  Job Dependencies: The job may have dependencies on other jobs that are still running, preventing it from being aborted.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the job scheduling or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Job Status: Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. Ensure that the job is in a state that allows it to be aborted (e.g., it should not be completed or already canceled).
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to abort jobs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Investigate if there are any locks or other processes that might be preventing the job from being aborted. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  Job Dependencies: Review if the job has any dependencies on other jobs. If it does, you may need to address those dependencies first.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the job could not be aborted. You can use transaction code SM21 for this.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SM21 (System Log).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to job management and background processing for more detailed information on how to manage and troubleshoot jobs in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG071.