How To Fix BT155 - Error reading job data (job &)

BT155 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Error reading job data (job &)

What causes this issue?

An error occurred in the function module BP_JOB_READ. The records of
the job named in the message could not be read from the control tables
of the background processing system.
Possible causes of the error include the following:
The function module was called incorrectly. There is a programming
error in the calling program.
There is a problem with the control tables of the background processing
system. There may be a problem with the database system or with the
host environment in which the SAP system is running.

System Response

Action terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the application program that you are using for programming errors.
If it is a program delivered by SAP, please contact SAP to have the
problem analyzed and corrected.
If you suspect problems with your system, check the <DS:TRAN.SM21> SAP
system log</> for relevant messages or use the analysis functions of
your database system or of the <DS:TRAN.SRZL>computing center management
system</> to diagnose the problem.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT155 - Error reading job data (job &) ?

  The SAP error message BT155, which states "Error reading job data (job &)", typically occurs when there is an issue with the background job data in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Job Not Found: The specified job may not exist in the system, possibly due to deletion or incorrect job name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the job data.
  Database Issues: There could be a problem with the database that prevents the job data from being read.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that does not allow it to be read (e.g., if it has been canceled or is in a failed state).
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the background processing settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Job Existence: Check if the job specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the