How To Fix XM057 - No job was found that corresponds to the specification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XM - XMI interface and SMAPIS messages to XMI log

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No job was found that corresponds to the specification

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XM057 - No job was found that corresponds to the specification ?

  The SAP error message XM057 ("No job was found that corresponds to the specification") typically occurs in the context of job scheduling and background processing in SAP. This error indicates that the system could not find a job that matches the criteria specified in the job selection parameters.
  Causes:
  
  Job Not Created: The job you are trying to access or execute may not have been created or scheduled in the system.
  Job Deleted: The job may have been deleted or canceled after it was created.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to search for the job may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no matching jobs being found.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that does not allow it to be found (e.g., it is not released or is in a failed state).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the job.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Creation: Verify that the job has been created and scheduled correctly. You can do this by navigating to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and checking for the job using broader selection criteria.
  Review Job Status: Ensure that the job is in a valid status (e.g., released) and has not been deleted or canceled.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Modify the selection criteria to be less restrictive. For example, you can broaden the date range or remove specific filters to see if the job appears.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and execute background jobs. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Logs: If the job was supposed to run but did not, check the job logs for any error messages or issues that may have occurred during its execution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring - to view and manage background jobs.
  SM36: Define Background Job - to create and schedule new jobs.
  SM21: System Log - to check for system-related issues that may affect job processing.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on job scheduling and background processing.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job scheduling and the XM057 error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.