How To Fix WM545 - Job name & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 545

• Message text: Job name & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The job name does not exist in table WSOJOB.

System Response

The system cannot update the data, as the job name is not recognized.

How to fix this error?

Check whether there are any entries in table WSOJOBP with this job
name. If entries do exist, there must be an inconsistency.
If there are no entries in table WSOJOBP, the job has probably already
been executed. Once a job has finished, the entries in tables WSOJOB
and WSOJOBP are deleted.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM545 - Job name & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WM545 ("Job name & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of the Warehouse Management (WM) module when a job that is expected to be processed cannot be found. This can happen for various reasons, such as the job being deleted, not being created properly, or issues with the job scheduling.
  Causes:
  
  Job Deletion: The job may have been deleted or canceled before it could be processed.
  Incorrect Job Name: The job name specified in the transaction or program may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Job Not Created: The job may not have been created due to an error in the preceding steps or processes.
  System Issues: There may be underlying system issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the job scheduling system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the job.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Job Name: Check the job name you are using in the transaction. Ensure it is spelled correctly and matches the job that should exist.
  Check Job Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for the job in question and see if it exists or if it has been canceled or deleted.
  Recreate the Job: If the job does not exist, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that all prerequisites for job creation are met.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or system logs for any errors or warnings that might provide more context about why the job is missing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage jobs in the system.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or to check for database inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Warehouse Management and background job processing for additional insights.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.