How To Fix RT159 - Program error when executing background jobs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RT - Monitoring infrastructure MSG and alert texts

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Program error when executing background jobs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RT159 - Program error when executing background jobs ?

  The SAP error message RT159 indicates a program error that occurs when executing background jobs. This error can arise from various underlying issues, and addressing it typically involves several steps to identify and resolve the root cause.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Program Logic Errors: There may be bugs or logical errors in the ABAP program being executed in the background job.
  Data Issues: The data being processed by the program may be inconsistent or corrupt, leading to unexpected behavior.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the job scheduling or the program itself can lead to errors.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (memory, CPU) can cause the job to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions within the program.
  System Bugs: There may be known bugs in the SAP system version you are using that affect background job processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Job Log: Review the job log for detailed error messages and stack traces that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the error occurs. Use transaction SM37 to find the job and analyze it.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being processed is valid and does not contain any inconsistencies or corruption.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the background job and the program. Ensure that all parameters are set correctly.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources to ensure that there are enough available for the job to execute. You can use transaction ST02 (buffer management) and ST06 (OS monitoring) for this.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to run the program and access the required data.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to the error message RT159.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for errors.
  ST22: Analyze dump analysis for ABAP runtime errors.
  SE80: Access the Object Navigator to review the program code.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and guides related to background processing and job scheduling for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RT159 error when executing background jobs in SAP.