How To Fix D-055 - Job already running

D-055 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D- -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Job already running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D-055 - Job already running ?

  The SAP error message D-055 ("Job already running") typically occurs when you attempt to start a background job that is already in progress. This can happen for various reasons, such as scheduling conflicts, job overlaps, or issues with job management.
  Causes:
  
  Job Overlap: The job you are trying to start is already running due to a previous execution that has not yet completed.
  Scheduling Conflicts: The job is scheduled to run at the same time as another instance of itself.
  Job Management Issues: There may be issues with how jobs are managed in the system, such as incorrect job definitions or settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of the job. Look for the job name and see if it is currently running or if it has failed.
  If the job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete before starting a new instance.
  
  
  
  Cancel or Delete