How To Fix PYC_CONT146 - finished job "&1" with no error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONT -

• Message number: 146

• Message text: finished job "&1" with no error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONT146 - finished job "&1" with no error ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONT146 indicates that a job has finished successfully without any errors. This message is typically informational rather than an error, meaning that the job completed its execution as expected.
  Cause:
  
  The message is generated when a background job (identified by the job name "&1") has completed its processing. It signifies that the job did not encounter any issues during its execution.
  
  Solution:
  Since this message indicates successful job completion, there is no action required to resolve an error. However, if you are looking for further information or need to verify the job's output, you can:
  
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs to ensure that the job performed all intended tasks correctly. You can do this by navigating to the job overview in transaction code SM37 and selecting the job in question.
  
  
  Review Output: If the job generates output (like reports or data updates), check the output to confirm that it meets your expectations.
  
  
  Monitor Job Scheduling: If you are concerned about the job's scheduling or its impact on other processes, ensure that it is scheduled correctly and that it does not interfere with other jobs.
  
  
  Documentation: If you are responsible for job management, document the job's purpose and any relevant details for future reference.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring - to view job status and logs.
  SM36: Job Scheduling - to create or modify jobs.
  
  
  
  Job Types: Understand the type of job that was executed (e.g., background processing, report generation) to better assess its impact.
  
  
  Job Variants: If the job uses variants, ensure that the correct variant was applied during execution.
  
  
  Performance Monitoring: If you notice that jobs are taking longer than expected, consider performance tuning or reviewing system resources.
  
  
  In summary, PYC_CONT146 is a confirmation of successful job completion, and no corrective action is needed unless you have specific concerns about the job's output or performance.