BL065 - Job &1 could not be deleted after a definition error.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Job &1 could not be deleted after a definition error.

What causes this issue?

Application log: Delete obsolete logs
An error occurred while defining a background job to delete obsolete
logs. Another error occurred when the job which had already been
created was to be deleted, to return to the initial situation.

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?

Call the transaction <DS:TRAN.SM37>Job selection</>, and check whether
there is a job with the name &V1&. Modify or delete the job and restart
this program.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL065 - Job &1 could not be deleted after a definition error. ?

  The SAP error message BL065 indicates that a job (in this case, identified as &1) could not be deleted due to a definition error. This typically occurs when there is an issue with the job definition or configuration that prevents the system from processing the deletion request.
  Causes:
  
  Job Definition Error: The job may have been defined incorrectly, or there may be missing parameters or settings that are required for the job to function properly.
  Job Status: The job might be in a status that does not allow it to be deleted (e.g., it is currently running or has already completed).
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or inconsistencies in the job scheduling system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Definition: Review the job definition for any errors or missing parameters. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Job Status: Verify the status of the job. If it is currently running, you may need to wait for it to complete or terminate it before attempting to delete it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete jobs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Use Transaction SM37: Go to transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the job status and details. You can also attempt to delete the job from this transaction.
  Check Logs: Look at the job logs for any additional error messages or information that might indicate what went wrong with the job definition.
  System Consistency Check: If the issue persists, consider running a consistency check on the job scheduling system or consult with your SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Job
  SM21: System Log (to check for system errors)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to job scheduling and deletion errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to job scheduling and management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.