How To Fix TSGEN111 - Select at least one job

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TSGEN - Messages For Transaction SGEN

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Select at least one job

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TSGEN111 - Select at least one job ?

  The SAP error message TSGEN111, which states "Select at least one job," typically occurs in the context of job management within the SAP system, particularly when you are trying to perform an action that requires at least one job to be selected, such as deleting, modifying, or displaying jobs in the job scheduling or monitoring area.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the user attempts to execute a function that requires a job to be selected, but no job has been selected in the interface. This can happen in various transaction codes related to job management, such as SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Define Background Job).
  Solution:
  To resolve the TSGEN111 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Navigate to the Job Management Screen: Go to the relevant transaction code (e.g., SM37 or SM36).
  
  
  Select a Job: Ensure that you have selected at least one job from the list. You can do this by clicking on the checkbox next to the job you want to work with.
  
  
  Perform the Action Again: After selecting the job, try to perform the action again (e.g., delete, modify, or display).
  
  
  Check Filters: If you do not see any jobs listed, check the selection criteria or filters you have applied. Adjust them to ensure that jobs are displayed.
  
  
  Refresh the List: If you believe there should be jobs available but they are not showing, try refreshing the list or re-running the selection criteria.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to job management include:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related system issues)
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage jobs in the SAP system.
  
  
  Job Status: Familiarize yourself with the different job statuses (e.g., finished, active, canceled) to better understand the jobs you are working with.
  
  
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional errors, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TSGEN111 error and successfully manage your jobs in SAP.