How To Fix BT612 - External program: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 612

• Message text: External program: &

What causes this issue?

This message normally appears in job logs. It supplements the start
message of a job step with the name of the external program that was
started in this step.

System Response

An additional step is started within a background job, and the
corresponding program is executed.

How to fix this error?

This is an information message. No user response is necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT612 - External program: & ?

  The SAP error message BT612 typically indicates an issue with an external program that is being called from within the SAP system. The message format usually includes a placeholder for the name of the external program that is causing the issue.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Missing External Program: The specified external program is not installed or is not accessible from the SAP system.
  Incorrect Path: The path to the external program may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Permissions Issue: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to execute the external program.
  Program Errors: The external program itself may have bugs or issues that prevent it from running correctly.
  Environment Variables: Required environment variables for the external program may not be set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BT612 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Program Availability: Ensure that the external program is installed on the server where the SAP system is running.
  Verify Path Configuration: Check the configuration in SAP to ensure that the path to the external program is correct. This can often be found in transaction codes like SM49 (External Command) or SM69 (Define External Commands).
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the user under which the SAP system is running has the necessary permissions to execute the external program.
  Test the External Program: Try running the external program manually from the command line to see if it executes without errors. This can help identify if the issue lies with the program itself.
  Check Logs: Review the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the external program logs (if available) for any additional error messages that could provide more context.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the external program to ensure that it is being called correctly and that all required parameters are being passed.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or the vendor of the external program for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the BT612 error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM49, SM69, and SM21 for managing external commands and reviewing logs.
  System Environment: Ensure that the system environment (OS, libraries, etc.) is compatible with the external program.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the BT612 error in your SAP system.