How To Fix RSRD059 - Start Broadcaster using report RSRD_BROADCAST_STARTER

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Start Broadcaster using report RSRD_BROADCAST_STARTER

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD059 - Start Broadcaster using report RSRD_BROADCAST_STARTER ?

  The SAP error message RSRD059 indicates that there is an issue with starting the Broadcaster for a report using the report RSRD_BROADCAST_STARTER. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Intelligence (BI) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when attempting to schedule or execute a broadcast job for a report.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the broadcasting function.
  Incorrect Configuration: The broadcasting settings for the report may not be configured correctly.
  Report Issues: The report itself may have issues, such as being inactive or having errors in its definition.
  System Issues: There may be underlying system issues, such as problems with the BI system or the job scheduling system.
  Job Scheduling Problems: The background job that is supposed to handle the broadcasting may not be set up correctly or may have failed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRD059 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the broadcasting function. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Broadcasting Settings:
  
  Go to the broadcasting settings for the report and verify that all parameters are correctly configured. This includes checking the recipient list, format, and delivery method.
  
  
  
  Validate the Report:
  
  Ensure that the report is active and functioning correctly. You can test the report execution manually to see if it runs without errors.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Monitor Background Jobs:
  
  Check the status of background jobs related to broadcasting (transaction SM37). Look for any failed jobs and analyze their logs for errors.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Report:
  
  If the report was recently modified, try re-running the report to ensure that it is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to broadcasting and the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSRD_BROADCAST_STARTER: Report to start the broadcasting process.
  SLG1: Display application log.
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to broadcasting errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSRD059 error in your SAP environment.