How To Fix BT095 - Specify a valid job class (A, B or C)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Specify a valid job class (A, B or C)

What causes this issue?

An undefined job class was specified for the current job.
This error can only occur in programs that use the background
programming interface to schedule jobs non-interactively. Interactive
users can enter only the permissible job classes.

System Response

No action taken.

How to fix this error?

Correct the application program that produced this error. If the
program was delivered by SAP, please contact SAP for help in correcting
the error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT095 - Specify a valid job class (A, B or C) ?

  The SAP error message BT095, which states "Specify a valid job class (A, B or C)," typically occurs when you are trying to schedule a background job in SAP and have not specified a valid job class. Job classes in SAP are used to categorize background jobs based on their priority and resource requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Job Class: The job class specified in the job scheduling parameters is not one of the valid classes (A, B, or C).
  Missing Job Class: The job class field may be left blank when scheduling the job.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of job classes in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify a Valid Job Class: When scheduling the job, ensure that you select one of the valid job classes:
  
  Class A: High priority jobs that require immediate processing.
  Class B: Normal priority jobs.
  Class C: Low priority jobs that can be processed when resources are available.
  
  
  
  Check Job Class Configuration: If you are unsure about the job classes available in your system, you can check the configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 (Job Monitoring) and check existing jobs to see which job classes are being used.
  Alternatively, you can check the job class settings in transaction SM36 (Define Background Job) when creating a new job.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that the user scheduling the job has the necessary authorizations to schedule jobs with the specified job class.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are still facing issues, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM36: To create and schedule background jobs.
  SM37: To monitor and manage background jobs.
  
  
  Job Class Definitions: Job classes can be defined and modified in the system settings, and it is important to ensure that they are correctly configured according to your organization's requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job classes or background job scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BT095 error and successfully schedule your background job in SAP.