How To Fix BT084 - Failed to delete step in internal table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Failed to delete step 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 BT084 - Failed to delete step in internal table ?

  The SAP error message BT084, which states "Failed to delete step in internal table," typically occurs in the context of workflow management or business process management within SAP. This error indicates that there was an attempt to delete a step from an internal table, but the operation failed for some reason.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The internal table may contain references to steps that no longer exist or have been corrupted.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to modify the same internal table simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts.
  Programming Errors: There may be a bug in the custom code or workflow definition that is causing the deletion operation to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to modify the workflow or internal table.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may not be able to process the deletion request in a timely manner.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workflow Definition: Review the workflow definition to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Debugging: Use the SAP debugger to trace the execution of the workflow and identify where the failure occurs. Look for any custom code that may be involved.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any locks or long-running processes that may be affecting the ability to modify the internal table.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the workflow or related objects to ensure that there are no data integrity issues.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview) to analyze the workflow and its items.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for workflows and internal tables for more detailed information on how they function and how to troubleshoot issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.