How To Fix BT608 - Status check: Job status was corrected from 'Active' to 'Canceled'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 608

• Message text: Status check: Job status was corrected from 'Active' to 'Canceled'

What causes this issue?

A background processing job terminated due to an error, but it was not
possible to correct the database status from 'active' to 'cancelled'.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Search the system log (SM21) for error messages for the affected
background processing work process. Possible causes are interrupted
database connections or hard process terminations.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT608 - Status check: Job status was corrected from 'Active' to 'Canceled' ?

  The SAP error message BT608 indicates that a background job's status was changed from 'Active' to 'Canceled'. This typically occurs when there is an issue with the job execution, which can be caused by various factors. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Job Execution Errors: The job may have encountered an error during execution, such as a runtime error, missing data, or a failed step.
  Resource Issues: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) can lead to job cancellation.
  Job Dependencies: If the job is dependent on another job that failed or was canceled, it may also be canceled.
  User Intervention: An administrator or user may have manually canceled the job.
  Time Constraints: The job may have exceeded its allowed execution time, leading to automatic cancellation.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect job configuration or scheduling parameters can lead to job failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the job was canceled. You can do this by navigating to the job in transaction code SM37 and checking the job log.
  Analyze Job Steps: If the job consists of multiple steps, check each step for errors. This can help identify which specific step caused the cancellation.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are enough resources available for job execution. You can use transaction codes like SM50 or SM66 to check system performance.
  Review Dependencies: If the job has dependencies, ensure that all prerequisite jobs have completed successfully.
  Adjust Job Parameters: If the job is timing out, consider adjusting the job's execution time or parameters to allow for longer processing.
  Manual Restart: If the issue is resolved, you can manually restart the job from the SM37 transaction.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for specific guidance related to the job type you are running.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for errors.
  ST22: Analyze dump analysis for runtime errors.
  SM50/SM66: Monitor active processes and system performance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to job cancellations.
  
  
  System Configuration: Ensure that the background job configuration is set up correctly, including user authorizations and job scheduling parameters.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue causing the job to be canceled. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.