How To Fix OIUCM157 - No release authorization - check job status via transaction SM37

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUCM - E&P Common Messages Across All Sub-Systems

• Message number: 157

• Message text: No release authorization - check job status via transaction SM37

What causes this issue?

No batch/background job release authorization.

System Response

Job created in scheduled (not released) status.

How to fix this error?

An authorized user must manually release the job via transaction SM37.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUCM157 - No release authorization - check job status via transaction SM37 ?

  The SAP error message OIUCM157, which states "No release authorization - check job status via transaction SM37," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Oil and Gas (O&G) module, particularly when dealing with the release of certain jobs or processes that require specific authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user attempting to release a job or process does not have the necessary authorization. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that does not allow for release, or it may not be scheduled correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the O&G module that restrict certain actions based on user roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for authorization failures. This will show you which specific authorizations are missing.
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the action being attempted.
  
  
  
  Review Job Status:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 to check the status of the job that is causing the error. Look for any jobs that are in a "Cancelled" or "Failed" state, as these may need to be addressed before proceeding.
  Ensure that the job is in a state that allows for release. If it is not, you may need to take corrective actions based on the job's status.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the O&G module to ensure that there are no restrictions placed on the user roles that would prevent the release of jobs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the O&G module for any additional insights or troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring - Used to check the status of background jobs.
  SU53: Authorization Check - Used to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned in the SAP system that pertain to job management and release processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OIUCM157 error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.