How To Fix Q2301 - No job log found matching criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q2 - Messages for Development Classes SDBO and SDBA

• Message number: 301

• Message text: No job log found matching criteria

What causes this issue?

No job logs were found for the selected day.

System Response

No job logs displayed.

How to fix this error?

Choose another day or use Transaction SM37 to determine why the jobs
did not run.

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 Q2301 - No job log found matching criteria ?

  The SAP error message Q2301: No job log found matching criteria typically occurs when you are trying to access the job log for a background job that either does not exist or has not been executed successfully. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when you are trying to view the logs of a background job in transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) or when using specific reports or programs that reference job logs.
  Causes:
  
  Job Not Executed: The background job you are trying to access has not been executed yet.
  Job Completed with No Log: The job may have completed successfully or failed without generating a log.
  Job Deleted: The job might have been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria you are using to search for the job log (like job name, user, date, etc.) may not match any existing job logs.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view the job logs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction SM37 to check the status of the job. Ensure that the job you are looking for has been executed and is not in a deleted or canceled state.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Make sure that the selection criteria you are using to search for the job log are correct. You may want to broaden the search parameters (e.g., date range, user).
  Review Job Execution: If the job has been executed, check if it completed successfully or if it failed without generating a log. You can look for any error messages associated with the job.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view job logs. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator if you suspect authorization issues.
  Re-run the Job: If the job has not been executed or if it failed, consider re-running the job to generate a new log.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  Job Log Details: The job log provides detailed information about the execution of background jobs, including any errors or warnings that occurred during processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job logging and background processing.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or refer to SAP support for further assistance.