How To Fix WA887 - Background job & not deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 887

• Message text: Background job & not deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA887 - Background job & not deleted ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WA887 - Background job & not deleted
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a background job that was supposed to be deleted still exists in the system. Typically, this happens if a job deletion request was made but the job remains in the job queue or job log due to system inconsistencies, authorization issues, or technical problems during the deletion process.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The system tries to delete a background job (identified by the job name or job number), but the job is still present.
  This can happen if the job is currently running, scheduled, or if there was an error during the deletion process.
  Sometimes, the job might be stuck in the job scheduler or the job log might not have been cleaned up properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Use transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of the job.
  Verify if the job is still active, scheduled, or finished.
  
  
  
  Manually Delete the Job:
  
  If the job is no longer needed and is not running, try to delete it manually via SM37.
  Select the job and choose Delete.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete background jobs.
  Missing authorizations can prevent job deletion.
  
  
  
  Check for System Locks or Issues:
  
  Sometimes, jobs get stuck due to system locks or inconsistencies.
  Check for any system locks or enqueue locks related to the job.
  
  
  
  Use Program RSBATCHD or RSBTDEL:
  
  These programs are used to delete background jobs and their logs.
  Run RSBTDEL to delete job logs and job entries that are stuck.
  
  
  
  Restart the Job Scheduler:
  
  If jobs are stuck in the scheduler, restarting the job scheduler might help.
  Use transaction SM36 or OS commands to restart the scheduler.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use SM21 to check system logs for any errors related to job deletion.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WA887 for any known bugs or patches.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37 - Job Monitoring
  SM36 - Define Background Job
  SM21 - System Log
  SM13 - Update Requests (sometimes related if job deletion involves updates)
  
  
  
  Programs:
  
  RSBTDEL - Delete background job logs and job entries
  RSBATCHD - Job scheduler daemon
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Service Marketplace or SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to job deletion issues and WA887.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The WA887 error indicates that a background job was not deleted as expected. The main causes are job still running, authorization issues, or system inconsistencies. The solution involves checking the job status, manually deleting the job, ensuring proper authorizations, possibly running cleanup programs like RSBTDEL, and reviewing system logs. If necessary, consult SAP Notes or support for further assistance.