How To Fix 50108 - Error starting step &1: &2

50108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 50 - Messages in Package EEOB

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Error starting step &1: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 50108 - Error starting step &1: &2 ?

  The SAP error message 50108 typically indicates that there is an issue with starting a specific step in a process chain or job. The message format is usually as follows:
  Error starting step &1: &2
  Where &1 represents the step name and &2 provides additional details about the error.
  Causes
  The causes of this error can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  Missing or Inactive Objects: The step may reference a program, function module, or other object that is missing or inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to run the specified step.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the process chain or job settings.
  Resource Availability: The system may be experiencing resource constraints, such as memory or processing power, preventing the step from executing.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing records or invalid data formats.
  
  Solutions
  To resolve the error, you can take the following