How To Fix BT406 - Job display from & & to & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Job display from & & to & &

What causes this issue?

The system could not display all jobs for the chosen time period.

System Response

The time period for the display is reset to the period for which
information is available.

How to fix this error?

To display jobs beyond the time period:
UPDATE - for jobs after the time period

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

EDIT ->
CHANGE DB SELECTION - for jobs before the time period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT406 - Job display from & & to & & ?

  The SAP error message BT406, which states "Job display from & & to & &," typically occurs in the context of background job processing in SAP. This message indicates that there is an issue with displaying the job logs or job details for a specific background job.
  Cause:
  
  Job Not Found: The job you are trying to display may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the job details.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that does not allow for display (e.g., it may be in the process of being deleted or has already completed).
  System Issues: There may be temporary issues with the SAP system or database that prevent the job from being displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Existence: Verify that the job you are trying to display actually exists. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and searching for the job using relevant criteria (e.g., job name, user, date).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view background jobs. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  Check Job Status: Look at the status of the job in SM37. If the job has already been completed or deleted, you may need to look for a different job or check the job logs for completed jobs.
  System Check: If the issue persists, check for any system issues or errors in the SAP system. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying problems.
  Use Alternative Transactions: If SM37 is not working, you can also try using other transactions like SM21 (System Log) to check for any related errors or SLG1 (Application Log) for more detailed logging information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to job monitoring and error messages. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on background job processing and monitoring.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.