How To Fix BT140 - You can only change your own jobs.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: You can only change your own jobs.

What causes this issue?

You must have background administrator authorization in order to change
a background job that was scheduled by another user.

System Response

Your changes to the job have not been made.

How to fix this error?

Have your user administrator give you the background administrator
authorization. See the documentation for the <LS>Background Processing
Administrator</><ZV>Batch-Verarbeitung: Batch-Administrator</>
authorization object.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT140 - You can only change your own jobs. ?

  The SAP error message BT140 ("You can only change your own jobs") typically occurs when a user attempts to modify or delete a background job that they do not own. In SAP, background jobs are often associated with specific users, and only the user who created the job (or users with appropriate authorizations) can make changes to it.
  Cause:
  
  Job Ownership: The user is trying to change a background job that was created by another user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify jobs created by others.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Ownership: Verify who the owner of the job is. You can do this by navigating to the job overview (transaction code SM37) and checking the "User" column for the job in question.
  Change Job Ownership: If you need to modify the job and you have the necessary authorizations, you can either:
  
  Ask the job owner to make the changes.
  Request the job owner to transfer ownership to you if that is appropriate.
  
  
  Authorization Check: If you believe you should have the ability to change the job, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary authorizations (e.g., S_BTCH_JOB for background job management).
  Use Appropriate Transactions: Ensure you are using the correct transaction codes for job management, such as SM37 for job monitoring and SM36 for job creation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related system messages)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_BTCH_JOB: This authorization object controls access to background job management. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to manage jobs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to background job management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking ownership and authorizations, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further assistance.