How To Fix BT004 - Job & does not exist or does not have matching status.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Job & does not exist or does not have matching status.

What causes this issue?

The predecessor job &V1& that you specified does not exist, either not
at all or else not in the current client, or it does not have the
relevant status ?planned, ?released?, ?active?, ?ready?, or ?suspended?.
The entry here is not valid for this reason.
Maybe you made a typing error.

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?

Check whether the job is written correctly or select a predecessor job
with a relevant status.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT004 - Job & does not exist or does not have matching status. ?

  The SAP error message BT004 ("Job & does not exist or does not have matching status") typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific background job or that the job does not have the expected status for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Job Deletion: The job may have been deleted or completed before the operation was attempted.
  Incorrect Job Name: The job name specified may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Job Status: The job may not be in a status that allows the operation you are trying to perform (e.g., it may be in a finished or canceled state).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage the job.
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may not have been scheduled correctly or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Job Existence: Check if the job exists in the system by using transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring). You can search for the job using various filters such as job name, user, and date.
  Check Job Status: Ensure that the job is in a status that allows the operation you want to perform (e.g., "Finished" or "Released"). If the job is completed, you may need to look for the job logs to understand its execution.
  Correct Job Name: Double-check the job name you are using in your operation to ensure it is correct.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage background jobs. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  Re-schedule the Job: If the job does not exist, you may need to recreate or reschedule it using transaction SM36 (Define Background Job).
  Check Job Logs: If the job exists but is not in the expected status, check the job logs for any errors or messages that might indicate why it is not in the expected state.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log (to check for system-related issues)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to background job processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on background job management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.