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


BT054 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BT - Background processing messages

  • Message number: 054

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

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  • 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.


BT054 - Details

  • 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

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