5A535 - Define jobs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 535

• Message text: Define jobs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A535 - Define jobs ?

  The SAP error message 5A535 ("Define jobs") typically occurs when there is an issue with job scheduling in the SAP system. This error indicates that a job has not been properly defined or scheduled in the system, which can prevent it from executing as intended.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Job Definition: The job you are trying to execute has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Job Parameters: The job may have been defined, but the parameters or settings are incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the job.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the background job scheduling settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define the Job:
  
  Go to transaction code SM36 (Define Background Job).
  Create a new job by entering the job name and defining the job steps, including the program or report to be executed.
  Schedule the job by specifying the start time and frequency.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Jobs:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check if the job exists and its status.
  If the job is not listed, it needs to be defined as mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Review Job Parameters:
  
  Ensure that all required parameters for the job are correctly set.
  Check for any missing or incorrect values that could prevent the job from being executed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and execute background jobs.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the system configuration related to background job processing.
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the job scheduling components are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related system errors)
  
  
  
  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 error message 5A535.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.