How To Fix RSTT0056 - Unable to save; job reference does not exist

RSTT0056 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTT0 - Trace Tool: Message Class Engine Layer

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Unable to save; job reference does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTT0056 - Unable to save; job reference does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSTT0056, which states "Unable to save; job reference does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's performance analysis tools, particularly when dealing with the transaction ST03N (Workload and Performance Statistics) or ST05 (SQL Trace).
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to save or manipulate a performance trace or workload analysis that references a job or trace that has either been deleted or does not exist in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Job Deletion: The job or trace you are trying to reference has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Reference: There may be an incorrect job reference in the system, possibly due to manual entry errors or system inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or save the job reference.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSTT0056 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Job