How To Fix BTCH052 - End date is in the past: (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BTCH - Messages for Background Processing, New API

• Message number: 052

• Message text: End date is in the past: (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BTCH052 - End date is in the past: (&) ?

  The SAP error message BTCH052 indicates that there is an issue with a batch job's end date being set in the past. This typically occurs when scheduling a background job in SAP, and the specified end date for the job is earlier than the current date and time.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The end date for the batch job was manually entered incorrectly, leading to a date that is in the past.
  System Date/Time Issues: The system date and time settings may be incorrect, causing the job to think that the end date is in the past.
  Job Scheduling Logic: There may be a logic error in the scheduling process, where the end date is calculated incorrectly based on other parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Correct the End Date:
  
  Go to the job scheduling screen (Transaction code: SM37 or SM36).
  Review the end date and time for the job.
  Update the end date to a future date and time.
  
  
  
  Verify System Date and Time:
  
  Check the system date and time settings to ensure they are correct.
  If the system date is incorrect, consult with your system administrator to correct it.
  
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling Logic:
  
  If the job is being scheduled programmatically, review the logic to ensure that the end date is being calculated correctly.
  Make necessary adjustments to the code or scheduling parameters.
  
  
  
  Re-schedule the Job:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, re-schedule the job to ensure it runs as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on job scheduling and error messages.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to job scheduling and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BTCH052 error and successfully schedule your batch job.