How To Fix BT093 - Specify a job name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Specify a job name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT093 - Specify a job name ?

  The SAP error message BT093, which states "Specify a job name," typically occurs when you are trying to schedule a background job in SAP without providing a name for the job. This error is common in transaction codes related to job scheduling, such as SM36 (Define Background Job).
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the job name field is either left blank or not properly filled in when attempting to create or schedule a background job. SAP requires a unique job name to identify and manage background jobs effectively.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BT093 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Job Scheduling Transaction: Go to transaction code SM36 to define a background job.
  
  
  Enter a Job Name: In the "Job Name" field, enter a unique name for your job. Ensure that the name adheres to any naming conventions your organization may have.
  
  
  Complete the Job Definition: Fill in the other required fields, such as