How To Fix NI121 - A run with the name "&1" does not exist (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NI - Document index processing

• Message number: 121

• Message text: A run with the name "&1" does not exist (see long text)

What causes this issue?

The documents that have already been processed are saved under the name
of the program run. If the program terminates, because the time is
overrun, or for any other reason, you can continue processing with the
next document to be processed. Enter the name of the run and deselect
the 'new run' indicator.
As the further selection parameters are not saved, you should store
these as a variant.

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?

Check the name entered and the <LS>new run</> indicator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NI121 - A run with the name "&1" does not exist (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message NI121 indicates that a run with the specified name does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of background processing or job scheduling in SAP, where a specific job or run is expected to be found but cannot be located.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Job/Run: The job or run name specified does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the name or because the job has been deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Job Name: The job name might have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system being unable to find it.
  Job Deletion: The job may have been deleted or not scheduled properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the job/run.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Job Name: Double-check the job/run name for any typographical errors. Ensure that the name matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  Check Job Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) to check if the job exists and its status. You can filter by user, job name, and date to find the relevant job.
  Create or Reschedule Job: If the job does not exist, you may need to create it again or reschedule it if it was deleted.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage jobs in the system. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: If the job is part of a specific process or application, refer to the relevant documentation or support resources for that application to ensure that the job is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM36 (Define Background Job), and SM21 (System Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and background processing.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.