How To Fix BT144 - Failed to change job status for job & in database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Failed to change job status for job & in database

What causes this issue?

The background processing system was not able to update the status of
the job named in the message. It was not possible, for example, to
change the status from scheduled to released<ZV>eingeplant,
freigegeben</>. The job status is kept in table TBTCO.
Because the error occurred in an ABAP/4 UPDATE instruction, it is
likely that a problem has occurred in the database system or in your
host system environment.

System Response

Status change not made.

How to fix this error?

Check the <DS:TRAN.SM21>SAP system log</> for messages relating to this
problem. You should also use the diagnostic tools of the database
system or the <DS:TRAN.SRZL>computing center management system</> to
analyze this error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT144 - Failed to change job status for job & in database ?

  The SAP error message BT144, which states "Failed to change job status for job & in database," typically indicates an issue with the background job processing in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The job status update may fail due to database locks. If another process is holding a lock on the job status table, the update cannot be performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to change the job status may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Job Not Found: The job specified in the error message may not exist in the database, possibly due to deletion or incorrect job identification.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in job processing.
  Corrupted Job Data: There may be corruption in the job data or