How To Fix WS356 - Run with name & does not exist (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Run with name & does not exist (see long text)

What causes this issue?

You deleted the <LS>new run</> indicator. However, a program run with
the name &V1& does not exist, therefore cannot be restarted.
Documents which are already processed are stored under the name of the
program run. If the program is terminated because time was overrun, or
for any other reason, you can continue processing starting from the
next document to be processed. Enter the name of the run, and deselect
the <LS>new run</> indicator.
As other selection parameters (e.g. purchasing organization, etc.) are
not save, you should enter these as a variant.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the name you entered and the <LS>new run</> indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS356 - Run with name & does not exist (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS356 Run with name & does not exist (see long text)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to execute or reference a batch input session or background job run that does not exist in the system. The placeholder "&" in the message is replaced by the actual run name or session name you attempted to use.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The batch input session or job run name was mistyped.
  The session or job run was deleted or never created.
  You are trying to process a run that has not been generated yet.
  The run name is incorrect or does not match any existing runs in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify the run name:
  
  Check the exact run name you are using.
  Make sure it matches the name of an existing batch input session or job run.
  
  
  
  Check if the run exists:
  
  Use transaction SM35 (Batch Input: Session Overview) to list existing batch input sessions.
  Use transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check background jobs and their runs.
  Confirm that the run name you want to process is listed.
  
  
  
  Create or regenerate the run:
  
  If the run does not exist, you need to create the batch input session or schedule the background job again.
  For batch input, generate the session via the relevant transaction or program.
  For background jobs, schedule the job properly.
  
  
  
  Correct the program or script:
  
  If you are running a custom program or script that references the run name, ensure the run name is passed correctly.
  Add error handling to check if the run exists before processing.
  
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Sometimes, the run exists but you do not have authorization to see or process it.
  Verify your user authorizations for batch input sessions or job monitoring.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SM35: Used to manage batch input sessions.
  Transaction SM37: Used to monitor background jobs.
  Batch Input Sessions: Used to automate data entry by simulating user input.
  Background Jobs: Scheduled tasks that run programs or reports in the background.
  SAP Note or documentation may provide additional details if this error occurs in a specific module or custom program.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error "WS356 Run with name & does not exist" means the system cannot find the batch input session or job run you are trying to process. Verify the run name, check if it exists, create it if necessary, and ensure you have the correct authorizations.
  
  If you provide the context in which this error occurs (e.g., transaction, program, module), I can help with more specific guidance.