How To Fix VW536 - Batch job execution terminated. Return code: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 536

• Message text: Batch job execution terminated. Return code: &

What causes this issue?

The background job for goods issue posting of deliveries in a transfer
could not be executed.

System Response

The function module "JOB_CLOSE" was cancelled. The possible return
values are:
INVALID_STARTDATE = 1
JOBNAME_MISSING = 2
JOB_CLOSE_FAILED = 3
JOB_NOSTEPS = 4
JOB_NOTEX = 5
LOCK_FAILED = 6
OTHERS = 99

How to fix this error?

The goods issue for the deliveries in the transfer is not posted. Post
the goods issue using delivery processing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW536 - Batch job execution terminated. Return code: & ?

  The SAP error message VW536 indicates that a batch job execution has been terminated, and it provides a return code that can help diagnose the issue. The return code (&) is a placeholder for the actual code that will provide more context about the error.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Job Configuration Issues: The batch job may not be configured correctly, leading to execution failures.
  Authorization Problems: The user or system executing the job may lack the necessary authorizations.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) can cause jobs to terminate unexpectedly.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or errors that lead to job failure.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues, such as database connectivity problems or application errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Return Code: The first step is to check the actual return code provided in the error message. Each return code corresponds to a specific issue, and SAP documentation or support can help interpret it.
  Review Job Logs: Look at the job logs for detailed error messages or warnings that can provide more context about why the job failed.
  Verify Job Configuration: Ensure that the job is set up correctly, including parameters, variants, and scheduling.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user or system executing the job has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required by the job.
  Monitor System Resources: Check system performance metrics to ensure that there are enough resources available for the job to run.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or errors that could cause the job to fail.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address the specific return code or issue you are encountering.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor and analyze batch jobs.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the transaction or process you are working with.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the return code and any relevant logs or error messages.