How To Fix ENHANCEMENT166 - Restoration program with job name & started in background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ENHANCEMENT - SAP customer enhancement project messages

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Restoration program with job name & started in background

What causes this issue?

A batch program was started

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?

Choose 'System -> Own jobs' to see if your background job is already
finished. The menu path 'System -> Services -> Batch input' allows you
to display restored data elements.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ENHANCEMENT166 - Restoration program with job name & started in background ?

  The SAP error message "ENHANCEMENT166 Restoration program with job name & started in background" typically indicates that there is an issue related to the enhancement framework in SAP, particularly when a restoration program is being executed in the background. This can occur during the activation or deactivation of enhancements, or when there are inconsistencies in the enhancement implementation.
  Cause:
  
  Enhancement Inconsistencies: The error may arise if there are inconsistencies in the enhancement implementations or if an enhancement is not properly activated or deactivated.
  Background Job Issues: The restoration program may be running into issues while executing in the background, possibly due to resource constraints or configuration problems.
  Transport Issues: If the enhancement was transported from one system to another, there may be issues related to the transport that could lead to this error.
  System Configuration: Misconfiguration in the system settings related to enhancements or background job processing can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for the restoration program to identify any specific errors or warnings that can provide more context about the issue.
  Activate/Deactivate Enhancements: Try to manually activate or deactivate the enhancement that is causing the issue. This can sometimes resolve inconsistencies.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the enhancement was recently transported, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing components.
  System Configuration Review: Review the system configuration related to enhancements and background jobs to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Enhancement Framework: Understanding how the enhancement framework works in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to enhancements.
  Background Processing: Familiarize yourself with how background jobs are managed in SAP, including monitoring and troubleshooting background jobs.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Regularly check for updates and documentation related to enhancements and background processing in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the "ENHANCEMENT166" error message.