How To Fix S1420 - Action started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Action started

What causes this issue?

You entered the dialog for immediately starting an action and executed
it.

System Response

The requested action is started. To be correct a batch job was created
with immediate start time. It will be actually started when the batch
scheduler assigns a batch work process to this job. If there are not
enough batch resources or the batch scheduler is sleeping the actual
execution may be delayed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1420 - Action started ?

  The SAP error message S1420, which states "Action started," typically indicates that a process or action has been initiated within the SAP system. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message that signifies that a certain action is in progress. 
  Cause:
  
  Process Initiation: The message is generated when a user or system action is initiated, such as running a report, executing a transaction, or starting a batch job.
  Long-Running Processes: If the action takes a significant amount of time to complete, the system may display this message to inform the user that the action has started but is still in progress.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: If you see this message, it is usually best to wait for the action to complete. Depending on the complexity of the task, it may take some time.
  Check Status: If the action seems to be taking too long, you can check the status of the process in the system. This can often be done through transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) or SM21 (for system logs).
  Review Logs: If the action does not complete or if you encounter further issues, review the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the action that was initiated, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific action you are trying to perform.
  Performance Tuning: If you frequently encounter long-running actions, consider discussing performance tuning options with your SAP Basis team.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the message is accompanied by other error messages, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.