How To Fix RA418 - Choose a job and then release the job

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Choose a job and then release the job

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA418 - Choose a job and then release the job ?

  The SAP error message RA418 "Choose a job and then release the job" typically occurs in the context of job scheduling and management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the user is attempting to release a job without having selected a specific job to release.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user has not selected a job from the list of jobs available in the job management interface. This can happen if:
  
  The user is in the job management transaction (like SM37 or SM36) but has not highlighted or selected a job.
  The job list is empty, or the user is trying to release a job without any jobs being available for release.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RA418 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Job Management Transaction:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (for job monitoring) or SM36 (for job scheduling).
  
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  In SM37, enter the appropriate selection criteria (like job name, user, date, etc.) to filter the jobs you want to see.
  Execute the search to display the list of jobs.
  
  
  
  Select a Job:
  
  From the list of jobs displayed, click on the job you wish to release. Ensure that it is highlighted.
  
  
  
  Release the Job:
  
  After selecting the job, look for the option to release it (usually found in the menu or as a button). Click on it to release the job.
  
  
  
  Verify Job Release:
  
  After releasing, you can check the job status again to ensure it has been successfully released.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Job Scheduling
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related system issues)
  
  
  
  Job Management: Understanding how to manage jobs in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with job statuses (e.g., scheduled, released, finished, canceled) and how to filter and select jobs effectively.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to release jobs. If you do not have the required authorizations, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on job scheduling and management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RA418 error and successfully release the job in SAP.