How To Fix RSM2017 - Error 02 or 09 => Job overview

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM2 - Monitor assistant help texts

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error 02 or 09 => Job overview

What causes this issue?

The background processing was not finished in the source system.
It is possible that the background processing in the source system was
terminated.

System Response

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Further analysis:
Go to the background processing overview in the source system. You can
get to this with the Wizard or the menu path <ls>Environment -> Job
Overview -> In the source system</>.
Once there, check whether the background job really was terminated.
Note
Please make sure that the correct date of request has been selected in
the selection screen of the overview.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM2017 - Error 02 or 09 => Job overview ?

  The SAP error message RSM2017, specifically with error codes 02 or 09, typically relates to issues encountered during the execution of background jobs in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the causes, potential solutions, and related information for these error messages:
  Causes
  
  
  Error 02: This error usually indicates that the job has been canceled. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual cancellation by a user.
  System issues or resource constraints leading to job termination.
  Timeouts or exceeding the maximum runtime.
  
  
  
  Error 09: This error indicates that the job has been terminated due to an error in the job step. Common causes include:
  
  Errors in the ABAP program being executed.
  Missing authorizations for the user executing the job.
  Issues with data being processed (e.g., missing or incorrect data).
  Resource limitations (e.g., memory or database locks).
  
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  For Error 02:
  
  Check the job logs to determine why the job was canceled. You can do this by navigating to the job overview (Transaction SM37) and reviewing the job log.
  If the job was canceled manually, consider rescheduling it.
  Ensure that there are no system issues or resource constraints that could lead to job cancellations.
  
  
  
  For Error 09:
  
  Review the job log for detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the job execution.
  Check the ABAP program for any coding errors or exceptions that may have occurred.
  Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations.
  Ensure that the data being processed is valid and complete.
  If the job is resource-intensive, consider optimizing the job or running it during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring - Use this transaction to view job status, logs, and details.
  SM21: System Log - Check the system log for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context.
  ST22: Dump Analysis - If the job caused a dump, you can analyze it here.
  
  
  
  Job Scheduling Best Practices:
  
  Schedule jobs during off-peak hours to minimize resource contention.
  Monitor job performance and adjust parameters as necessary.
  Regularly review job logs to catch issues early.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for specific guidance related to the error codes and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issues related to the RSM2017 error messages effectively.