How To Fix TQ260 - Background job & could not be started

TQ260 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TQ - SAPup Messages

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Background job & could not be started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TQ260 - Background job & could not be started ?

  The SAP error message TQ260 indicates that a background job could not be started. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes of TQ260 Error
  
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The background job may not be scheduled correctly or may have been deleted or canceled.
  
  
  Resource Availability: There may not be enough resources (e.g., memory, CPU) available on the application server to start the job.
  
  
  Job Configuration: The job may have incorrect parameters or settings that prevent it from starting.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user who is trying to start the job may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  System Load: High system load or performance issues can prevent background jobs from being executed.
  
  
  Job Server Assignment: The job may be assigned to a specific server that is currently down or not available.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database connection or database performance can