How To Fix S04020 - Program &1 started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S04 - CCMS Monitoring Console

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Program &1 started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S04020 - Program &1 started ?

  The SAP error message S04020, which states "Program &1 started," typically indicates that a program or report has been initiated in the SAP system. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message that indicates the execution of a program.
  Cause:
  
  The message is generated when a user or a background job starts a specific program (denoted by &1) in the SAP system.
  It can occur in various contexts, such as when running reports, executing transactions, or starting batch jobs.
  
  Solution:
  Since S04020 is an informational message, there is usually no direct action required unless the program fails to execute as expected. However, if you encounter issues following this message, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Program Execution:
  
  Verify if the program is running as expected. You can check the job status in transaction codes like SM37 (for background jobs) or SM50 (for active processes).
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  If the program fails or does not produce the expected results, review the application logs or the output of the program for any error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  
  
  Analyze Performance:
  
  If the program takes too long to execute, consider analyzing its performance. You can use transaction ST05 (SQL Trace) or ST12 (Performance Analysis) to identify any bottlenecks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the program documentation or SAP notes related to the specific program for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM50: Monitor active processes.
  ST05: SQL Trace for performance analysis.
  ST22: Dump analysis for ABAP runtime errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to the specific program or transaction for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review the technical documentation for the program to understand its functionality and any prerequisites for successful execution.
  
  
  
  In summary, S04020 is an informational message indicating that a program has started. If you encounter issues with the program, further investigation into logs, performance, and documentation may be necessary.