How To Fix WB2R179 - Job &1 &2 has aborted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2R - Messages Rebates

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Job &1 &2 has aborted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2R179 - Job &1 &2 has aborted. ?

  The SAP error message WB2R179 indicates that a job has aborted, and it typically occurs in the context of background processing or batch jobs in SAP. The message provides the job name and job number, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  Cause:
  The job may have aborted due to various reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Runtime Errors: There may be an unhandled exception or a runtime error in the program being executed.
  Resource Issues: Insufficient memory, database locks, or other resource constraints can cause a job to fail.
  Data Issues: Invalid or inconsistent data being processed can lead to job termination.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect job scheduling or configuration settings may lead to job failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Job Logs: 
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to view the job logs. Look for the specific job using the job name and job number provided in the error message.
  Analyze the job log for any error messages or dumps that can provide more context on why the job aborted.
  
  
  
  Analyze Short Dumps:
  
  If the job aborted due to a runtime error, check for short dumps using transaction code ST22. Look for any relevant dumps that occurred around the time the job was executed.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs using transaction code SM21 for any related messages that might indicate system-level issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Issues:
  
  If the job processes specific data, verify the integrity and validity of the data being processed. Look for any anomalies or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Resource Monitoring:
  
  Monitor system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) to ensure that there are no resource constraints affecting job execution.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to perform all actions required by the job.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Job:
  
  After addressing the identified issues, you can re-schedule or re-run the job to see if it completes successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to the job or program in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific program or job for known issues and fixes.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support with detailed logs and error messages for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the job abortion and implement a solution to prevent it from happening again.