How To Fix BT659 - No steps are defined for this job

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 659

• Message text: No steps are defined for this job

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT659 - No steps are defined for this job ?

  The SAP error message BT659 ("No steps are defined for this job") typically occurs when a background job is created without any defined steps or tasks to execute. This can happen for various reasons, such as an incomplete job definition or a configuration issue.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Job Definition: The job was created but no steps were added to it.
  Job Deletion: Steps may have been deleted after the job was created, leaving the job without any executable tasks.
  Authorization Issues: The user creating the job may not have the necessary authorizations to define steps.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or bugs that prevent the job from being properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and find the job in question.
  Check the job details to see if any steps are defined. If not, you will need to add steps.
  
  
  
  Define Steps:
  
  If the job has no steps, you can define them by going to transaction code SM36 (Define Background Job).
  Create a new job or modify the existing one by adding the necessary steps (e.g., ABAP programs, reports, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user creating the job has the necessary authorizations to define and manage background jobs.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the problem persists, check for any system logs or error messages that might indicate a deeper issue. You can use transaction SM21 (System Log) to review logs for any related errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps related to background job management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to background job processing.
  User Authorizations: Review user roles and authorizations related to job scheduling and management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BT659 error and implement a solution to resolve it.