How To Fix BT612 - External program: &


BT612 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BT - Background processing messages

  • Message number: 612

  • Message text: External program: &

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  • 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

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