How To Fix BTCH059 - Invalid start date: "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Invalid start date: "&"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BTCH059 - Invalid start date: "&" ?

  The SAP error message BTCH059 indicates that there is an issue with the start date specified in a batch job. The message typically states "Invalid start date: '&'", where the '&' symbol represents the invalid date that was entered.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD.MM.YYYY).
  Invalid Date Value: The date entered may not be a valid calendar date (e.g., February 30).
  Empty or Null Value: The start date field may be empty or not populated correctly.
  System Date Issues: The system date settings may be incorrect, leading to confusion in date validation.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as required by the system.
  Validate Date: Confirm that the date is a valid calendar date. For example, ensure that February has no more than 29 days, and that the month and day values are within the correct ranges.
  Input Correction: If the date field is empty, fill it with a valid start date.
  System Date Verification: Check the system date settings to ensure they are correct. You can do this by using transaction code SM51 to check the server date.
  Re-enter the Date: If you suspect a user input error, clear the field and re-enter the date carefully.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SM37 (to monitor jobs) or SM36 (to create jobs) to manage batch jobs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify batch jobs.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further investigation.