How To Fix RSJOB084 - Job &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSJOB - Job scheduler related messages

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Job &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSJOB084 - Job &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message RSJOB084 indicates that a background job (identified by &1) has failed. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Common Causes:
  
  ABAP Runtime Errors: The job may have encountered an unhandled exception or runtime error in the ABAP program.
  Database Issues: Problems with database connectivity or database locks can cause jobs to fail.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or other system resources can lead to job failures.
  Incorrect Job Configuration: The job may have been configured incorrectly, such as invalid parameters or missing prerequisites.
  Authorization Issues: The user under which the job is running may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  External Dependencies: If the job relies on external systems or files, issues with those dependencies can cause failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job log for detailed error messages. You can do this by navigating to the job in transaction SM37 and checking the job log for any specific error messages.
  Analyze Dump: If the job failed due to an ABAP runtime error, you can analyze the dump using transaction ST22. This will provide insights into what went wrong.
  Check System Resources: Monitor system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) to ensure that there are no resource constraints affecting job execution.
  Review Job Configuration: Verify the job's configuration settings, including the program name, variant, and any selection criteria.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the job fails.
  Test Manually: If possible, try to run the job manually in the foreground to see if it produces the same error. This can help isolate the issue.
  Consult Documentation: If the job is part of a standard SAP process, consult the relevant SAP documentation or notes for any known issues or fixes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  ST22: Analyze ABAP runtime errors.
  SU53: Check authorization issues.
  SM21: Check system logs for additional context.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the job or program.
  Job Scheduling: Ensure that the job scheduling is done correctly and that there are no conflicts with other jobs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSJOB084 error and implement a solution to resolve the job failure.