How To Fix /SOMO/JOBMON208 - Monitoring id & with parameter & for job type & is not defined (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SOMO/JOBMON -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Monitoring id & with parameter & for job type & is not defined (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SOMO/JOBMON208 - Monitoring id & with parameter & for job type & is not defined (&) ?

  The SAP error message /SOMO/JOBMON208 typically indicates that there is an issue with the job monitoring configuration in the SAP system. This error message suggests that a specific monitoring ID is not defined for a particular job type, which can lead to problems in tracking or managing jobs within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The monitoring ID for the specified job type has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or a recent change in job types that has not been reflected in the monitoring settings.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters passed to the job monitoring function may be incorrect or not aligned with the existing configurations.
  System Upgrade or Changes: If the system has been recently upgraded or if there have been changes to job types or monitoring settings, this could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the job monitoring configuration settings in your SAP system. This can typically be found in transaction codes related to job monitoring or configuration (e.g., /SOMO/JOBMON).
  Ensure that the monitoring ID for the specified job type is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Monitoring ID:
  
  If the monitoring ID is indeed missing, you will need to create or define it. This may involve specifying the job type and associating it with the appropriate monitoring ID.
  
  
  
  Review Job Parameters:
  
  Verify the parameters being used when invoking the job monitoring function. Ensure that they match the expected values defined in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to job monitoring for any specific instructions or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and parameters, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SOMO/JOBMON for job monitoring and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on job monitoring configurations.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.