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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WL - Workflow: run-time messages
Message number: 653
Message text: Log of background job & cannot be deleted
The log for the background job &V1&, which is used to automatically
restart work items with temporary errors, cannot be deleted.
The action was terminated.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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WL653
- Log of background job & cannot be deleted ?The SAP error message WL653 indicates that there is a log of a background job that cannot be deleted. This typically occurs when there are issues related to the job log or the job itself. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
Causes:
- Job Still Running: The background job may still be in progress or has not completed successfully, preventing the deletion of its log.
- Job Log Retention Settings: The system may have specific retention settings that prevent the deletion of logs for certain jobs.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the job log.
- Database Locks: There may be database locks or inconsistencies that prevent the deletion of the log.
- System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the job management tables.
Solutions:
Check Job Status: Verify if the background job is still running or has completed. You can do this by checking the job status in transaction code
SM37
.
- If the job is still running, wait for it to complete before attempting to delete the log.
Delete Log via Transaction: If the job has completed, try deleting the log using transaction
SM37
orSM21
(for system logs) and see if the issue persists.Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the log has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
Review Job Log Retention Settings: Check the job log retention settings in your system. You can adjust these settings if necessary to allow for log deletion.
Database Consistency Check: If you suspect database locks or inconsistencies, you may need to perform a database consistency check or consult with your database administrator.
SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may help clear any locks or inconsistencies that are preventing the deletion of the job log.
Related Information:
SM37
(Job Monitoring), SM21
(System Log), and SLG1
(Application Log).If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
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