How To Fix BT202 - Specify the operation mode

BT202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Specify the operation mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT202 - Specify the operation mode ?

  The SAP error message BT202, which states "Specify the operation mode," typically occurs in the context of business transactions or processes where an operation mode needs to be defined but has not been specified. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a transaction, configuration of a business process, or when working with certain SAP modules.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of the BT202 error is that the system requires a specific operation mode to be defined for the transaction or process you are trying to execute. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The operation mode may not have been configured in the system.
  User Input: The user may have failed to select or input the required operation mode in the relevant fields.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters may not be correctly set up to allow for the operation mode to be recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BT202 error, you