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