How To Fix BTCH053 - Invalid end date: (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Invalid end date: (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BTCH053 - Invalid end date: (&) ?

  The SAP error message BTCH053 "Invalid end date: (&)" typically occurs in the context of batch processing or scheduling jobs in SAP. This error indicates that the end date specified for a batch job or a scheduling task is not valid. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The end date may not be in the correct format expected by SAP.
  Logical Errors: The end date may be earlier than the start date, which is logically incorrect.
  Date Range Issues: The end date may fall outside of the allowed date range for the job or task.
  System Date Settings: The system date settings may be incorrect, leading to confusion in date validation.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered an invalid date manually.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the end date is entered in the correct format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD).
  Verify Start and End Dates: Make sure that the end date is later than the start date. Adjust the dates accordingly.
  Review Allowed Date Ranges: Check if there are any restrictions on the date range for the job or task you are scheduling.
  System Date Verification: Verify the system date settings in SAP to ensure they are correct. You can check this in transaction code SU01 or SP01.
  Correct User Input: If the date was entered manually, double-check for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SM37 (to monitor jobs) or SM36 (to schedule jobs) to review and correct the job settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to batch job scheduling and date validation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on scheduling jobs and handling date formats.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.