How To Fix 1M046 - Mass run cannot be started (see long text)

1M046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1M - BKK: Abschluß

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Mass run cannot be started (see long text)

What causes this issue?

The mass run cannot be started as a previous mass run for application
<ZH>&v1&</> is not yet completed.
The current status of the old run is: <ZH>&v2&</>
The key to the mass run is (program name, program date, sequential
number): <ZH>&v3&</>

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?

If the old run is still being processed, wait until it is finished. If
the run needs post processing or was terminated, restart this run. To
do so, choose 'Restart' in the menu of the corresponding application
type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1M046 - Mass run cannot be started (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message 1M046, which states "Mass run cannot be started (see long text)," typically occurs in the context of mass processing jobs in SAP, such as mass data updates or mass document processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The mass run may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing parameters or incorrect settings in the relevant transaction or program.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to start the mass run may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  
  
  System Locking: There may be locks on the data or processes that prevent the mass run from starting. This can happen if another process is currently using the same data.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database, memory issues, or other system errors.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required data