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What is background processing in SAP BC-CCM-BTC - Background Processing?


SAP Term: background processing

  • Component: BC-CCM-BTC

  • Component Name: Background Processing

  • Description: The process of executing an ABAP program with fixed settings in the background, that is, without user interaction on the screen. Unlike with dialog processing, the execution flow is predefined when the program is started. You schedule an executable program for automatic execution in the ABAP Editor or by choosing the menu path System -> Services -> Reporting and then Program -> Execute -> Background. You can also use SUBMIT VIA JOB to call it in the background. At least one background work process must be set up for background processing.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Background processing is a feature of the SAP system that allows users to run programs in the background, without having to be logged in. This allows users to run programs at any time, even when they are not actively using the system. The BC-CCM-BTC component of SAP provides the tools and functionality necessary for background processing. 
    
    How to use it: 
    To use background processing, users must first create a job in the SAP system. This job can be created using the transaction code SM36. Once the job is created, users can set up a schedule for when it should run. This can be done by setting up a start date and time, as well as an end date and time. The job can also be set to run on a recurring basis. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When setting up a job for background processing, it is important to make sure that all of the necessary parameters are set correctly. This includes setting up the correct user ID and password, as well as any other parameters that may be required for the job to run correctly. Additionally, it is important to make sure that the job is set to run at an appropriate time so that it does not interfere with other jobs or processes running on the system. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information about background processing in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ERP_6.0_EHPs_6_and_7/6.07/en-US/f3d8f9a2b7c14e8a9f3d5f2b7c1e4a1e.html
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