How To Fix ES302 - Background program started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Background program started

What causes this issue?

The program will be executed in the background. A background job was
started automatically.
You will receive an express mail once the program has run successfully.
The list will be stored in the Repository Infosystem set of lists for
your reference.

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?

Once the program has run, you can access the Repository Infosystem with
transaction SE84.
You can search for existing lists there by choosing 'Set of Lists'. You
can display and further process the list generated for this background
job.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES302 - Background program started ?

  The SAP error message ES302 indicates that a background program has been started, but it may not have completed successfully or may have encountered issues during its execution. This message is often related to background jobs in SAP that are scheduled to run at specific times or triggered by certain events.
  Cause:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The background job may not have been scheduled correctly or may have been triggered by an event that did not occur as expected.
  Resource Constraints: The system may be experiencing resource constraints (e.g., memory, CPU) that prevent the background job from executing properly.
  Program Errors: There may be errors in the ABAP program or report that is being executed in the background.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system account running the background job may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the program.
  Database Locking: The job may be trying to access a database table that is locked by another process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the background job. Look for any error messages or logs associated with the job.
  Review Job Logs: Analyze the job logs for any specific error messages that can provide more context on what went wrong.
  Check System Resources: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are enough CPU and memory available for background jobs to run.
  Debug the Program: If the job is failing due to program errors, consider debugging the ABAP program to identify and fix the issue.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system account has the necessary authorizations to execute the background job.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any database locks that may be preventing the job from executing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM12: Display and Manage Locks
  ST22: Dump Analysis (for ABAP runtime errors)
  SLG1: Application Log (to check for application-specific logs)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific program or transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific background job or program to understand its requirements and dependencies.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.