How To Fix RY885 - Start parameter & was deleted

RY885 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 885

• Message text: Start parameter & was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY885 - Start parameter & was deleted ?

  The SAP error message RY885, which states "Start parameter & was deleted," typically occurs in the context of job scheduling or background processing in SAP. This error indicates that a job or process that was supposed to start has been configured with a parameter that has been removed or is no longer valid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Job Parameters: The job or process may have been configured with parameters that have since been deleted or modified.
  Changes in Job Definition: If the job definition was altered (e.g., parameters were changed or removed), it could lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the job was transported from one system to another, and the parameters were not included or were not valid in the target system, this error may occur.
  System Upgrades or Changes: Changes in the system configuration or upgrades may lead to the deletion of certain parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Definition: Review the job definition in transaction SM37 (for