How To Fix SMI_GENERAL119 - Error retrieving job list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMI_GENERAL -

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Error retrieving job list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMI_GENERAL119 - Error retrieving job list ?

  The SAP error message SMI_GENERAL119 ("Error retrieving job list") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with retrieving the job list from the background processing system. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the job list.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can prevent the job list from being retrieved.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the background job processing can cause retrieval failures.
  Transport Issues: If the job list is being accessed in a transport environment, there may be issues related to transport requests.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the job list. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  
  
  System Performance: Monitor the system performance using transaction ST03N or ST22. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling jobs during off-peak hours or optimizing existing jobs.
  
  
  Database Check: Use transaction DB02 to check for database performance issues. Look for locks or long-running queries that might be affecting the job list retrieval.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for background processing in transaction SM37. Ensure that the settings are correct and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Check Job Logs: Look at the job logs in transaction SM37 for any failed jobs that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  Restart Background Processing: If the issue persists, consider restarting the background processing system. This can sometimes resolve temporary glitches.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  ST03N: Workload Analysis
  DB02: Database Performance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for background processing and job management for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the SMI_GENERAL119 error in your SAP system.