How To Fix XM059 - The specified job does not have any steps

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 059

• Message text: The specified job does not have any steps

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XM059 - The specified job does not have any steps ?

  The SAP error message XM059 ("The specified job does not have any steps") typically occurs when you attempt to manage or execute a background job that has not been properly defined or does not contain any steps. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Job Definition Issue: The background job was created without any steps. This can happen if the job was saved prematurely or if there was an error during the job creation process.
  Job Deletion: The job might have been deleted or modified after it was created, leading to the absence of steps.
  Transport Issues: If the job was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, resulting in missing steps.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the job, leading to confusion about its contents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and check the job status. If the job is listed but shows no steps, you may need to redefine it.
  If you have access, go to transaction code SM36 (Define Background Job) and verify the job definition. Ensure that you have added the necessary steps to the job.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Job:
  
  If the job is indeed missing steps, you may need to delete the existing job and recreate it with the correct steps. Make sure to define the job properly, including all required steps.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the job was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the job was included and transported correctly. You may need to recreate the job in the target system if it was not transported properly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage background jobs. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for any known issues or patches related to job management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related errors)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to background job management that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.