How To Fix 5G664 - Update flag not active from initial selection screen; no updates applied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 664

• Message text: Update flag not active from initial selection screen; no updates applied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G664 - Update flag not active from initial selection screen; no updates applied ?

  The SAP error message 5G664 ("Update flag not active from initial selection screen; no updates applied") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that is expected to update data, but the update flag is not set. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when running batch jobs or executing reports that are supposed to modify data.
  Cause:
  
  Update Flag Not Set: The most common cause of this error is that the update flag was not activated in the initial selection screen of the transaction or report. This means that the system is not configured to perform any updates during the execution of the report.
  Transaction Type: The transaction or report you are trying to run may be designed primarily for display purposes, and it does not allow updates unless explicitly specified.
  User Authorizations: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform updates, which can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent updates from being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Update Flag: Go back to the initial selection screen of the transaction or report and ensure that the update flag is set. Look for any checkbox or option that indicates whether updates should be applied.
  Review Documentation: Consult the documentation for the specific transaction or report to understand its intended use and whether it supports updates.
  User Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform updates. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to check your user roles and permissions.
  Consult with Technical Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical team or BASIS team to investigate any underlying configuration issues or to check for any system errors that may be affecting the update process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be working with specific transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for executing reports, SM37 for monitoring jobs).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to see why the update flag is not being set or why updates are not being applied.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.