How To Fix SF901 - Report & started on & at &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 901

• Message text: Report & started on & at &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF901 - Report & started on & at & ?

  The SAP error message "SF901 Report & started on & at &" typically indicates that a report or job has been initiated in the SAP system, but there may be issues related to its execution or completion. This message is often associated with background jobs or reports that are scheduled to run at specific times.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The job may not have been scheduled correctly, or there may be conflicts with other jobs.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to run the report or access the required data.
  System Performance: The system may be experiencing performance issues, causing delays in job execution.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or inconsistent data.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical errors in the report itself or in the underlying programs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. Look for any error messages or logs that can provide more details about the issue.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  Monitor System Performance: Check system performance metrics to see if there are any bottlenecks or resource constraints that could be affecting job execution.
  Examine Data: Review the data being processed by the report to ensure it is complete and consistent. Look for any anomalies that could cause the report to fail.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  Re-run the Job: If the issue seems to be transient, try re-running the job after addressing any identified issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SLG1 (Application Log), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the specific report or job.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or job to understand its requirements and any prerequisites.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.