How To Fix VEC01053 - Background job run failed. Retry later.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VEC01 - Validation Engine

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Background job run failed. Retry later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VEC01053 - Background job run failed. Retry later. ?

  The SAP error message VEC01053 indicates that a background job has failed to run successfully. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  System Resource Issues: The system may be experiencing resource constraints, such as insufficient memory or CPU availability.
  Job Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the job configuration, such as incorrect parameters or missing prerequisites.
  Database Locking: The job may be trying to access a locked database object, preventing it from completing.
  Authorization Issues: The user or job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  Program Errors: The ABAP program or report being executed may contain errors or exceptions that cause it to fail.
  Transport Issues: If the job is related to a transport request, there may be issues with the transport itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs in transaction SM37 to identify the specific error message or reason for the failure. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Resource Monitoring: Use transaction SM66 or SM50 to monitor system resources and check if there are any bottlenecks.
  Reconfigure the Job: If the job configuration is incorrect, modify the job settings in transaction SM36 and ensure all parameters are set correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations. You can use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues.
  Debugging: If the job is failing due to program errors, consider debugging the ABAP program to identify and fix the issue.
  Retry the Job: If the issue was temporary (e.g., a transient resource issue), you can retry the job after some time.
  Consult Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult your SAP Basis team for further investigation, especially if it involves system performance or configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM50: Work Process Overview
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to background job failures.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for background job management and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve the issue.