How To Fix BT177 - Job & has no subsequent jobs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Job & has no subsequent jobs

What causes this issue?

The job that you are displaying does not have any successor jobs.
The background system keeps track of predecessor/successor relations.
If all successors of a job are deleted, then you will see this message
if you try to display successors jobs.

System Response

No action taken.

How to fix this error?

No action is necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT177 - Job & has no subsequent jobs ?

  The SAP error message BT177 ("Job & has no subsequent jobs") typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP. This message indicates that a specific background job does not have any subsequent jobs defined in its job chain or job scheduling sequence. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Job Configuration: The job in question may have been configured without any subsequent jobs. This can happen if the job was created manually and the user did not specify any follow-up jobs.
  Job Deletion: A subsequent job that was previously linked to the main job may have been deleted or is no longer available.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that does not allow for subsequent jobs to be executed (e.g., if it has failed or is in a hold state).
  Job Scheduling Errors: There may be issues with the job scheduling configuration or dependencies that prevent subsequent jobs from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Configuration: Review the configuration of the job in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that any necessary subsequent jobs are defined.
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to view job logs and details.
  Check the job's properties to see if subsequent jobs are defined.
  
  
  
  Define Subsequent Jobs: If the job is intended to have subsequent jobs, you can define them in the job scheduling settings.
  
  Use transaction code SM36 to create or modify the job and add subsequent jobs as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Job Dependencies: Ensure that any dependencies required for subsequent jobs are met. If a job is dependent on the completion of another job, make sure that the prerequisite job has completed successfully.
  
  
  Check Job Status: If the job has failed or is in a status that prevents execution, investigate the cause of the failure and resolve any issues before attempting to run the job again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to configure jobs or troubleshoot issues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM36: Define and schedule background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to job scheduling and background processing.
  
  
  Job Monitoring: Regularly monitor background jobs to ensure they are running as expected and to catch any issues early.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BT177 error and ensure that your background jobs are configured correctly with the necessary subsequent jobs.