How To Fix CACS_BATCH013 - Determine a start time for background processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_BATCH - Messages for Batch Scheduling

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Determine a start time for background processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_BATCH013 - Determine a start time for background processing ?

  The SAP error message CACS_BATCH013, which states "Determine a start time for background processing," typically occurs in the context of background job scheduling in SAP, particularly within the context of the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or similar modules that involve batch processing.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when the system is unable to determine a valid start time for a background job. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Job Scheduling Parameters: The job may not have been scheduled correctly, or the parameters for scheduling (like start time) are missing or invalid.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the background processing settings or in the job scheduling settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to schedule the job may not have the necessary authorizations to do so.
  System Time Settings: The system time settings may be incorrect, leading to issues in determining a valid start time.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CACS_BATCH013