How To Fix BT054 - Failed to update BTCCTL entry in internal table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Failed to update BTCCTL entry in internal table

What causes this issue?

The background processing system was unable to perform the operation
named in the message on an internal table. Before this message can be
issued, the background processing system was able to create the internal
table and (depending upon the operation in the message) also was able to
fill the internal table.
In general, this error message means that a serious problem has occurred
in your host system. For example, the internal table may have been
overwritten in main memory.

System Response

Function terminated.

How to fix this error?

To analyze this problem, start by checking for relevant messages in the
<DS:TRAN.SM21>SAP system log</> and in the system log of your host
system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT054 - Failed to update BTCCTL entry in internal table ?

  The SAP error message BT054, which states "Failed to update BTCCTL entry in internal table," typically occurs in the context of background job processing. This error indicates that there was an issue updating the internal control table for background jobs, which can be caused by various factors.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: If another process is holding a lock on the table that the background job is trying to update, it can lead to this error.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to update the internal table.
  Corrupted Internal Tables: If the internal tables used by the background processing system are corrupted or not properly initialized, it can lead to this error.
  System Resource Issues: Insufficient memory or other system resources can prevent the job from executing properly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the background processing system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant tables. If you find locks that are not needed, you can release them.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  Restart the Job: Sometimes, simply restarting the job can resolve transient issues.
  Check System Resources: Monitor system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) to ensure that there are no bottlenecks. You can use transaction codes like SM50 or SM66 to monitor active processes.
  Check Background Job Configuration: Review the configuration settings for background jobs in transaction SM37 and ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To check and manage database locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  SM50 / SM66: To monitor active processes and system performance.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on the version of SAP you are using and the context of the error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for background processing to understand how it works and best practices for managing background jobs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the BT054 error in your SAP system.