How To Fix RSM2199 - No background job found for jobname '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM2 - Monitor assistant help texts

• Message number: 199

• Message text: No background job found for jobname '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM2199 - No background job found for jobname '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSM2199, which states "No background job found for jobname '&1'", typically occurs when you are trying to access or manage a background job that does not exist or has already been deleted. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Job Deletion: The background job you are trying to reference may have been deleted or completed successfully and removed from the job queue.
  Incorrect Job Name: The job name you are using may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Job Not Scheduled: The job may not have been scheduled yet, or it may have been scheduled under a different name.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage the job.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Job Name: Double-check the job name you are using. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the job you are trying to access.
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of background jobs. You can filter by user, job name, and date to see if the job exists.
  Re-schedule the Job: If the job has been deleted or does not exist, you may need to re-schedule it using transaction code SM36.
  Check Job Logs: If the job was scheduled but failed or was canceled, check the job logs for any error messages that might indicate what went wrong.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage background jobs. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction code SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to background job management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing background jobs and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSM2199 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.