How To Fix BT355 - Job starter is deactivated

BT355 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Job starter is deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT355 - Job starter is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message BT355, which states "Job starter is deactivated," typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP. This error indicates that the job starter, which is responsible for initiating background jobs, is not active or has been deactivated in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Job Starter Deactivation: The job starter may have been intentionally deactivated by an administrator or due to system configuration changes.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the background processing system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to start the job may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that are preventing the job starter from functioning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Job Starter:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of background jobs.
  Use transaction code SM62 to check the status of job starters and activate it if it is deactivated.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team