How To Fix XBP_EXT028 - '&' not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XBP_EXT - XBP Extension

• Message number: 028

• Message text: '&' not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XBP_EXT028 - '&' not found ?

  The SAP error message XBP_EXT028 typically indicates that a specific external job or job variant is not found in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, particularly when dealing with background jobs or external scheduling tools that interface with SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Job/Variant: The job or job variant specified in the scheduling request does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Job Name/Variant: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the job or variant name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the specified job or variant.
  Transport Issues: If the job or variant was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Job/Variant Name: Check the name of the job or variant you are trying to reference. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  Check Job Variants: Go to transaction code SM37 (for job monitoring) or SE38 (for executing programs) and verify if the job or variant is listed.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the job or variant.
  Transport Check: If the job or variant was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported. You may need to re-import or activate it.
  Create Job/Variant: If the job or variant does not exist, you may need to create it. Use transaction SM36 to create a new background job or SE38 to create a new variant.
  Consult Documentation: If the job is part of a specific application or module, consult the relevant documentation or support resources for additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SE38: Execute Program
  SE80: Object Navigator (for checking variants)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for XBP_EXT028 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: If the issue persists, consider checking system logs (transaction SM21) or developer traces (transaction ST22) for more detailed error information.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the XBP_EXT028 error and implement a solution. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.