How To Fix /SOMO/JOBMON161 - Error &1 in &2->&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SOMO/JOBMON -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Error &1 in &2->&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SOMO/JOBMON161 - Error &1 in &2->&3 ?

  The SAP error message /SOMO/JOBMON161 Error &1 in &2->&3 typically relates to issues encountered in the SAP Job Monitoring framework, particularly when dealing with background jobs or processes. The error message format indicates that there is a specific error occurring in a job or process identified by the parameters &1, &2, and &3, which usually represent the job name, job step, and error details, respectively.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Job Configuration Issues: The job may not be configured correctly, leading to execution errors.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the job may lack the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions.
  Resource Availability: There may be insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) to execute the job.
  Data Issues: The job may be processing data that is inconsistent or invalid, causing it to fail.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the SAP environment that are affecting job execution.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Configuration: Review the job settings in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to ensure that all parameters are set correctly.
  Review Logs: Look at the job logs for detailed error messages. This can provide insights into what went wrong during execution.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources using transaction ST02 (Buffer Monitor) or ST06 (Operating System Monitor) to ensure that there are no resource bottlenecks.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed by the job to ensure it meets the expected format and constraints.
  Re-run the Job: After addressing the identified issues, try re-running the job to see if the problem persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for job scheduling and monitoring for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the error persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.