How To Fix UJB_EXCEPTION134 - BPF: Instance &1 cannot be suspended; its status is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 134

• Message text: BPF: Instance &1 cannot be suspended; its status is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJB_EXCEPTION134 - BPF: Instance &1 cannot be suspended; its status is &2 ?

  The SAP error message UJB_EXCEPTION134 with the description "BPF: Instance &1 cannot be suspended; its status is &2" typically occurs in the context of Business Process Framework (BPF) in SAP. This error indicates that a specific instance of a business process cannot be suspended because it is in a status that does not allow for suspension.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the current status of the BPF instance. The status of the instance (represented by &2 in the error message) may be one of the following:
  
  Completed: The instance has already finished processing.
  Failed: The instance encountered an error and cannot be suspended.
  Running: The instance is currently executing and cannot be suspended until it is completed or stopped.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Review the status of the BPF instance. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that allows you to monitor BPF instances.
  
  
  Correct the Status: Depending on the status:
  
  If the instance is Completed, you may not need to suspend it, as it has already finished processing.
  If the instance is Failed, investigate the cause of the failure and resolve any underlying issues before attempting to suspend or restart the instance.
  If the instance is Running, you may need to wait for it to complete or manually stop it if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or BPF logs for any additional information that might indicate why the instance is in its current status.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to BPF and the specific error message for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause or solution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BPF Overview: Understanding the Business Process Framework and its lifecycle can help in managing instances effectively.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP_MONITOR or BPF related transactions for monitoring and managing BPF instances.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to BPF and error handling for additional insights and solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the UJB_EXCEPTION134 error effectively.