How To Fix PN859 - After & call, request is not complete. Jobs will be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 859

• Message text: After & call, request is not complete. Jobs will be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN859 - After & call, request is not complete. Jobs will be deleted ?

  The SAP error message PN859 indicates that there is an issue with a background job that was supposed to be executed but was not completed successfully. This error typically arises in the context of asynchronous processing, where a request is expected to be completed after a certain call, but it fails to do so.
  Cause:
  
  
  Asynchronous Processing Issues: The error often occurs when there is a problem with the asynchronous processing of a request. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  System resource constraints (e.g., memory, CPU).
  Network issues that prevent the request from being processed.
  Errors in the program logic or coding that lead to an incomplete request.
  Database locks or deadlocks that prevent the job from completing.
  
  
  
  Job Deletion: The message indicates that the jobs related to the request will be deleted, which means that the system has determined that the request cannot be completed and will clean up any associated jobs.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs in transaction SM37 to identify any specific errors or warnings that occurred during the job execution. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  
  
  Analyze System Resources: Monitor system performance and resource usage. If the system is under heavy load, consider optimizing resource allocation or scheduling jobs during off-peak hours.
  
  
  Review Code: If the error is related to a custom program or enhancement, review the code for any logical errors or exceptions that may not have been handled properly.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any database locks that might be preventing the job from completing. If locks are found, investigate the source of the locks and resolve them.
  
  
  Retry the Job: If the issue was transient (e.g., a temporary network issue), you may try to re-execute the job manually.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  System Configuration: Ensure that the system is properly configured for background processing. This includes checking the settings in transaction SM36 for job scheduling.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM21: Check system logs for errors.
  ST22: Analyze dumps that may have occurred during job execution.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PN859 error in your SAP system.