How To Fix BT502 - No SAP batch system is currently active on the specified computer

BT502 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 502

• Message text: No SAP batch system is currently active on the specified computer

What causes this issue?

When a batch job is scheduled, you can specify a target computer. This
determines on which computer the job is executed. The name specified is
checked for the following:
At least one SAP system is running on the specified computer.
This SAP system is configured so that it can execute jobs, i.e. it
contains the work processes of the appropriate type.
A target computer was specified, on which an SAP system is running, but
is not able to execute batch jobs due to its configuration.

System Response

The system displays this error message. You must correct the name of
the target computer. Please note that an entry in this field is not
mandatory. If no entry is made, the current system load will determine
which target computer is chosen for the execution of the job.

How to fix this error?

Correct the name of the target computer. If the name is correct, you
may need to start an SAP system there. Check that this system is
configured so that batch jobs can be executed.
Please also note that the name of the target computer is not a
mandatory entry. If no entry is made, the current system load will
determine which target computer is chosen for the execution of the job.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT502 - No SAP batch system is currently active on the specified computer ?

  The SAP error message BT502, which states "No SAP batch system is currently active on the specified computer," typically indicates that the SAP system is unable to find an active batch processing system on the specified host. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Batch System Not Started: The SAP batch processing system (such as the background job processing) may not be started on the specified server.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent it from recognizing the batch system.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the SAP application server and the batch server.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the batch system.
  Incorrect Host Configuration: The host name or IP address specified in the configuration may be incorrect or not reachable.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Start the Batch System: Ensure that the SAP