How To Fix NRSCNV161 - Simulation job canceled or could not be run (see job log or ST22)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NRSCNV - Message class

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Simulation job canceled or could not be run (see job log or ST22)

What causes this issue?

Simulation terminated due to the batch job being canceled manually by
the user or due to a dump during execution.

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?

To check whether the job was canceled manually or failed because of a
dump, call transaction SM37 and check the job log or call transaction
ST22 to check dumps. You can also enter NOBATCH in the transaction field
and restart the simulation. This will run the simulation in the current
session without using a batch job.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NRSCNV161 - Simulation job canceled or could not be run (see job log or ST22) ?

  The SAP error message NRSCNV161 indicates that a simulation job was canceled or could not be executed. This error typically arises during the execution of a simulation job in the SAP system, often related to data conversion or migration processes. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Job Cancellation: The job may have been manually canceled by a user or due to system constraints.
  Resource Issues: Insufficient system resources (memory, CPU) can lead to job failures.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the job or the system can prevent successful execution.
  Data Issues: Problems with the data being processed, such as inconsistencies or missing data, can cause the job to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to run the simulation.
  System Errors: Technical issues within the SAP system, such as database locks or transport errors, can also lead to job failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Log: Review the job log for detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the job was canceled or failed. You can access the job log through transaction code SM37.
  Analyze ST22 Dump: If the error is related to an ABAP runtime error, check transaction code ST22 for short dumps that may provide more context on the failure.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are enough available for the job to run. You can use transaction SM50 or SM66 to check active processes.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing entries that could cause the job to fail.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the simulation job to ensure they are correct.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Retry the Job: If the issue seems transient, you can try to rerun the job after addressing any identified issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM50: Process Overview
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific simulation job you are trying to run, as it may contain important information about prerequisites and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.