How To Fix BT655 - Job cannot currently be started "Immediately"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 655

• Message text: Job cannot currently be started "Immediately"

What causes this issue?

A job is to be started with start condition "Immediately".

System Response

The system check determined that this is currently not possible. This
may be because there are no free background processing resources (that
is BTC work processes).

How to fix this error?

You can configure additional background work processes using OPMODE or
the profile.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT655 - Job cannot currently be started "Immediately" ?

  The SAP error message BT655 indicates that a job cannot be started immediately due to various reasons. This error typically occurs in the background processing system of SAP when a job is scheduled to run but cannot be executed at that moment.
  Causes of BT655 Error
  
  
  Job Scheduling Conflicts: There may be other jobs currently running that are conflicting with the job you are trying to start. This can happen if there are resource constraints or if the job is dependent on another job that has not yet completed.
  
  
  System Load: The system may be under heavy load, and the background processing system is unable to allocate resources to start the new job immediately.
  
  
  Job Priority: The job you are trying to start may have a lower priority compared to other jobs that are currently running.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the background job processing that are preventing the job from starting.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to start the job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute background jobs.
  
  
  Solutions to BT655 Error
  
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of currently running jobs. If there are jobs that are blocking the execution of your job, you may need to wait for them to complete.
  
  
  Adjust Job Scheduling: If possible, reschedule the job to run at a later time when the system load is expected to be lower.
  
  
  Increase System Resources: If the system is consistently under heavy load, consider increasing the resources allocated to the SAP system or optimizing the existing jobs to run more efficiently.
  
  
  Review Job Priority: Check the priority settings of the job you are trying to start. If necessary, adjust the priority to ensure it can run when needed.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to start background jobs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for background processing in transaction SM36 and ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the job from starting.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log (to check for any system-related issues)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to background job processing.
  
  
  System Performance: Regularly monitor system performance and background job execution to identify any recurring issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.