How To Fix SCTC_SC034 - Job close failed for &1; return code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTC_SC - CTC System Copy

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Job close failed for &1; return code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTC_SC034 - Job close failed for &1; return code &2 ?

  The SAP error message SCTC_SC034 indicates that a job closure has failed for a specific job, identified by the job name (&1), and it returned a specific return code (&2). This error typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  
  Job Execution Issues: The job may not have completed successfully due to errors during its execution. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  Runtime errors in the job's processing logic.
  Missing authorizations for the job to access required resources.
  Resource constraints (e.g., memory, database locks).
  
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration that prevent the job from closing properly.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as connectivity issues or deadlocks, can also lead to job closure failures.
  
  
  Return Code Interpretation: The return code (&2) can provide specific insights into the nature of the failure. Different return codes indicate different types of issues.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the job failed. You can do this by navigating to the job in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  
  
  Analyze Return Code: Investigate the specific return code provided in the error message. Each return code has a specific meaning, and understanding it can help pinpoint the issue.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process executing the job has the necessary authorizations to perform all required actions.
  
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are no constraints affecting job execution. This includes checking memory usage, CPU load, and database performance.
  
  
  Re-run the Job: If the issue appears to be transient, you may try to re-run the job to see if it completes successfully.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for background processing and job management for more detailed information on job handling and troubleshooting.
  
  
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SCTC_SC034 error effectively.