How To Fix WL654 - Steps of background job & cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WL - Workflow: run-time messages

• Message number: 654

• Message text: Steps of background job & cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The steps of the background job &V1&, which is used to automatically
restart work items with temporary errors, cannot be deleted.

System Response

The action was terminated.

How to fix this error?

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL654 - Steps of background job & cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message WL654 indicates that a background job cannot be deleted because it is currently in progress or has steps that are still being processed. This error typically occurs when you attempt to delete a job that is either running or has not yet completed all its steps.
  Cause:
  
  Job in Progress: The background job is currently executing, and SAP does not allow deletion of jobs that are actively running.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that does not permit deletion, such as "Active" or "Released."
  Job Steps: There may be specific steps within the job that are still being processed or have not yet been completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the background job. Look for the job in question and see if it is still running or if it has completed.
  Wait for Completion: If the job is currently running, you will need to wait for it to complete before attempting to delete it again.
  Cancel the Job: If you need to delete the job immediately, you can cancel it. In SM37, select the job and choose the option to cancel it. Once it is canceled, you should be able to delete it.
  Delete After Completion: If the job has completed but is still showing as not deletable, ensure that all steps have finished processing. You can then attempt to delete the job again.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or other jobs that rely on the completion of this job, as this may prevent deletion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM50: Monitor Process Overview
  
  
  Job Management: Familiarize yourself with job management in SAP, including how to create, monitor, and delete background jobs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job management or error messages.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.