How To Fix BUR005 - * 800: System messages

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUR - Business Partner Relationships

• Message number: 005

• Message text: * 800: System messages

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUR005 - * 800: System messages ?

  The SAP error message BUR005 with the description "System messages" typically indicates that there is an issue related to the background processing or job scheduling in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the context is essential for troubleshooting.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The error may arise if there are problems with the job scheduling in the background processing system.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) can lead to this error.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the background processing or job management settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the background job.
  System Load: High system load or performance issues can cause background jobs to fail or not execute properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction codes like ST02 (Tune Summary), ST03 (Workload Analysis), or SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for resource bottlenecks.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the background processing configuration is set up correctly. This can include checking the settings in transaction SM36 (Define Background Job).
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations. You can use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues.
  Adjust Job Scheduling: If the system is under heavy load, consider rescheduling jobs to off-peak hours or optimizing the jobs to run more efficiently.
  System Restart: In some cases, restarting the SAP system or the application server may resolve transient issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM36: Define background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for errors.
  ST22: Analyze dumps that may provide more context.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the BUR005 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for background processing and job scheduling for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.