How To Fix WS551 - There are no program runs needing to be continued

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 551

• Message text: There are no program runs needing to be continued

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS551 - There are no program runs needing to be continued ?

  SAP Error Message WS551: "There are no program runs needing to be continued"
  
  Cause:
  The error message WS551 occurs when you attempt to continue or restart a background job or program run that is not currently in a paused or interrupted state. In other words, the system checks for any program runs that require continuation (e.g., jobs that were stopped or waiting for user input), but none are found.
  This typically happens if:
  
  You try to continue a job that has already completed successfully.
  The job was never interrupted or stopped.
  The job run ID or session you are trying to continue is incorrect or does not exist.
  The job was canceled or deleted.
  
  
  When does this occur?
  
  When using transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) and selecting "Continue" on a job that is not in a status that allows continuation.
  When using certain batch input or session processing transactions that allow continuation of stopped sessions.
  When trying to restart a program run that is not in a "stopped" or "waiting" state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Go to transaction SM37.
  Enter the job name, user, and date range.
  Check the status of the job:
  
  Finished: Job completed successfully; no continuation needed.
  Canceled: Job was canceled; continuation not possible.
  Active: Job is running.
  Scheduled: Job is waiting to run.
  Stopped: Job was stopped and can be continued.
  
  
  Only jobs with status Stopped or similar can be continued.
  
  
  
  Select the Correct Job Run:
  
  Make sure you select the correct job run (job instance) that is actually stopped or waiting for continuation.
  
  
  
  If the Job is Finished or Canceled:
  
  You cannot continue it. Instead, you may need to schedule a new job run.
  
  
  
  For Batch Input Sessions:
  
  If you are working with batch input sessions (transaction SM35), ensure the session is in a status like "Processing Stopped" or "Error" that allows continuation.
  If the session is already processed or not stopped, continuation is not possible.
  
  
  
  Verify Program or Session IDs:
  
  Ensure you are referencing the correct program run or session ID.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction SM37: Job Monitoring and Management.
  
  
  Transaction SM35: Batch Input Session Management.
  
  
  Job Statuses:
  
  Finished: Job completed successfully.
  Canceled: Job was canceled.
  Stopped: Job was stopped and can be continued.
  Active: Job is currently running.
  Scheduled: Job is scheduled to run.
  
  
  
  SAP Note / Documentation: Check SAP OSS notes or SAP Help Portal for any specific notes related to WS551 if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  WS551 means no program runs are in a state that requires continuation.
  Verify the job/session status before attempting to continue.
  Only stopped or interrupted jobs/sessions can be continued.
  If the job/session is finished or canceled, schedule a new run instead.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, type of job or session), I can help with more specific guidance.