How To Fix /OSP/MSG418 - Data Not An ABAP list for Jobname &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Data Not An ABAP list for Jobname &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG418 - Data Not An ABAP list for Jobname &1 ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG418 Data Not An ABAP list for Jobname &1 typically indicates that the system is unable to retrieve or display data in the expected ABAP list format for a specific background job identified by the job name &1. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with background processing or job scheduling in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Job Not Found: The specified job name does not exist in the system, or it has been deleted.
  Job Status: The job may not have completed successfully, or it may not have generated any output.
  Output Format: The job may not have produced output in the ABAP list format, which is required for the display.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the job output.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the job scheduling or output management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Job Name: Check if the job name specified in the error message is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) and searching for the job.
  Check Job Status: Ensure that the job has completed successfully. Look for any error messages or logs associated with the job.
  Review Job Output: If the job has completed, check if it produced any output. You can do this in SM37 by selecting the job and viewing its spool requests.
  Output Format: If the job is expected to produce an ABAP list but does not, review the job's program logic to ensure it is set up to generate output in the correct format.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view job outputs. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version and configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  SM36: Define Background Job
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (transaction SM21) and developer traces (transaction ST22) for any related errors that may provide more context.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.