How To Fix RSPC077 - Command ends with status &1, return code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Command ends with status &1, return code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC077 - Command ends with status &1, return code &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSPC077 indicates that a background job or process in the SAP system has ended with a specific status and return code. This message is typically associated with the process chains in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other background processing tasks.
  Cause:
  The error message RSPC077 can occur due to various reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Job Failure: The job may have encountered an error during execution, leading to a non-zero return code.
  Resource Issues: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) can cause jobs to fail.
  Data Issues: Problems with the data being processed, such as data inconsistencies or missing data.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the process chain or job configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: General system errors or issues with the underlying database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPC077 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for detailed error messages. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and checking the logs for the specific job that failed.
  
  
  Analyze Return Code: The return code (&2 in the message) can provide insights into the nature of the failure. Common return codes include:
  
  0: Success
  4: Warning
  8: Error
  12: Terminated
  Check SAP documentation or the specific job's documentation for the meaning of the return code.
  
  
  
  Check Process Chain: If the error is related to a process chain, check the configuration of the process chain in transaction RSPC. Look for any steps that may have failed and investigate their logs.
  
  
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are enough resources available for the job to run. You can use transaction ST02 (Buffer Monitor) or ST06 (Operating System Monitor) for this purpose.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing records.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required by the job.
  
  
  Re-run the Job: After addressing the issues, you can re-run the job to see if it completes successfully.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the error message RSPC077.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on process chains and job management.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSPC077 error effectively.