How To Fix BT042 - Event & does not exist

BT042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Event & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The event ID that you have entered has not been defined in the SAP
system.

System Response

The System cannot schedule your job.

How to fix this error?

Check that you have entered the event ID correctly. <DS:TRAN.SM62> Check
event IDs (transaction SM62)</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT042 - Event & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BT042 ("Event & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of Business Workflow or Business Transaction Management when the system is unable to find a specified event. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Event Definition: The event that is being referenced in the workflow or transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the event name or the event not being created at all.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The event might be incorrectly configured or not properly linked to the relevant workflow or transaction.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the event was recently transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the event, leading to the perception that it