How To Fix SPROJECT065 - Delete in Background; Release background job (Name: & /User: &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPROJECT - General Project Management Messages

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Delete in Background; Release background job (Name: & /User: &)

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Release your background job in the transaction <DS:TRAN.SM37>Simple Job
Selection</>, or have your system administrator release it.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPROJECT065 - Delete in Background; Release background job (Name: & /User: &) ?

  The SAP error message SPROJECT065 typically occurs when there is an issue with deleting a project or a related object in the background. This error indicates that a background job is currently processing the deletion request, and therefore, the deletion cannot be completed until the job is released or finished.
  Cause:
  
  Background Job Running: The most common cause of this error is that a background job is currently executing a process related to the project or object you are trying to delete.
  Locking Issues: The object may be locked by another process or user, preventing the deletion.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that are preventing the deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Background Jobs:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of background jobs.
  Look for jobs related to the project or object you are trying to delete. You can filter by user or job name.
  If you find a job that is still running, you may need to wait for it to complete or, if necessary, terminate it if it is stuck.
  
  
  
  Release the Job:
  
  If the job is finished, ensure that it has been released properly. You can do this in the same SM37 transaction.
  If the job is in a "cancelled" or "finished" state, you may need to refresh or recheck the status.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the object you are trying to delete.
  If you find locks that are preventing the deletion, you may need to release them if you have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  After ensuring that there are no running background jobs or locks, try to delete the project or object again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the project or object in question.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.