How To Fix AUTH_WIZ010 - Could not start background job

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUTH_WIZ - Authorization Wizard

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Could not start background job

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUTH_WIZ010 - Could not start background job ?

  The SAP error message AUTH_WIZ010: Could not start background job typically indicates that there is an authorization issue preventing the execution of a background job. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when a user attempts to schedule a job without the necessary permissions.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to start the background job does not have the required authorizations. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to job scheduling.
  Job Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the job configuration itself, such as incorrect parameters or settings that prevent it from being executed.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or profiles may restrict the ability to start background jobs.
  User Lock or Inactive Status: The user account may be locked or inactive, preventing job execution.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 to ensure they have the necessary permissions to execute background jobs (e.g., S_BTCH_JOB, S_BTCH_ADM).
  
  
  
  Adjust Job Configuration:
  
  Review the job configuration in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to ensure that all parameters are set correctly.
  Check if the job is scheduled for a valid time and that the job steps are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review System Settings:
  
  Check the system settings related to background processing in transaction RZ10 or RZ11 to ensure that there are no restrictions in place.
  Ensure that the background processing is active and that there are no system-wide issues affecting job scheduling.
  
  
  
  User Account Status:
  
  Verify that the user account is not locked or inactive. This can be checked in transaction SU01.
  If the user is locked, unlock the account or contact your system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the AUTH_WIZ010 error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  RZ10: Profile Maintenance
  RZ11: Profile Parameter Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on background job scheduling and authorization management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.