How To Fix VER_MESSAGES031 - Exception in function module FP_JOB_CLOSE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VER_MESSAGES - Message Class for FP Examples

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Exception in function module FP_JOB_CLOSE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VER_MESSAGES031 - Exception in function module FP_JOB_CLOSE ?

  The SAP error message VER_MESSAGES031: Exception in function module FP_JOB_CLOSE typically occurs during the processing of a background job related to the SAP Form Printing (FP) functionality. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the job configuration, problems with the form itself, or issues with the underlying data.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Form Configuration Issues: The form being processed may not be correctly configured or may have errors in its design.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may be incomplete, incorrect, or not in the expected format.
  Job Configuration: The background job may not be set up correctly, or there may be issues with the job scheduling.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  System Resource Issues: There may be insufficient system resources (memory, processing power) to complete the job.
  Temporary System Issues: Sometimes, temporary issues in the SAP system can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Review the form configuration in transaction SMARTFORMS or SFP (for Adobe forms) to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Test the form in a development environment to see if it generates correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Ensure that the data being passed to the form is complete and valid. Check for any missing or incorrect fields.
  
  
  
  Review Job Configuration:
  
  Check the background job configuration in transaction SM37. Look for any errors or warnings related to the job.
  Ensure that the job is scheduled correctly and that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to access the form and execute the job.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  Check system performance and resource utilization. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the job during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Job:
  
  After addressing any identified issues, try re-running the job to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SLG1: View application logs.
  SMARTFORMS: Maintain Smart Forms.
  SFP: Maintain Adobe Forms.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VER_MESSAGES031 error in SAP.