How To Fix /SMB/Q2P163 - Job for creation of tasks aborted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/Q2P -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Job for creation of tasks aborted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/Q2P163 - Job for creation of tasks aborted ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/Q2P163 Job for creation of tasks aborted typically indicates that a background job related to task creation in the SAP system has failed. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to job failures.
  Authorization Problems: The user or job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the task.
  Data Issues: Inconsistent or invalid data being processed can cause the job to abort.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory, CPU, or other system resources can lead to job failures.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity can interrupt the job execution.
  Program Errors: Bugs or errors in the ABAP program being executed can cause the job to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs in transaction SM37 to identify the specific error messages or issues that caused the job to abort.
  Analyze Configuration: Verify the configuration settings related to the task creation process. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or job has the required authorizations to perform the task. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Data Validation: Check the data being processed for any inconsistencies or invalid entries. Correct any issues found.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction SM04 or ST02 to monitor system resources and ensure that there are no bottlenecks.
  Debugging: If you suspect a program error, you may need to debug the ABAP program to identify the root cause of the failure.
  Re-run the Job: After addressing the identified issues, you can re-run the job to see if it completes successfully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  ST22: Dump Analysis (for ABAP runtime errors)
  SM21: System Log
  ST01: System Trace
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with, as it may provide insights into common issues and their resolutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.