Batch Job (Background job) in SAP

How to Create Batch Job (Background job) in SAP.

1. What is batch job (also called a background job)

In SAP, a batch job refers to an automated task that runs in the background without user interaction. These jobs are typically used to execute reports, programs, or data processing tasks at scheduled times — such as hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly.

Unlike foreground transactions where a user manually triggers an action, batch jobs are useful for:

• Processing large volumes of data.
• Running recurring tasks automatically.
• Performing off-hours operations to reduce system load.
• Generating reports and sending them to users via email or spool.

2. How to Create Batch Job in SAP – SM36

Scenario: In this post, we’ll walk through how to automate the FBL1N report (Vendor Line Item Display) as a background job in SAP, scheduled daily at 8 PM — including variant setup, scheduling with factory calendar, and email delivery to the user.

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Go to T code: SM36.

Now give Batch Job Name (Should be clear and meaningful), Job Class (Based on job priority) and click on “Spool List Recipient” to define the email recipient (every update of the batch job will be send to recipient over the mail).

A popup window will appear. Use the dropdown to find and select the desired user, then click the “Copy” button to confirm your selection.

Next, click on “Start Condition” to define when the background job should begin execution.

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