How To Fix 5R179 - Background execution can be used only while Saving to TemSe object or PDF

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Background execution can be used only while Saving to TemSe object or PDF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R179 - Background execution can be used only while Saving to TemSe object or PDF ?

  The SAP error message 5R179 indicates that background execution is only allowed when saving to a TemSe object or a PDF. This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction in the background mode, but the system does not support this operation for the specific context or object being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Output Format: The report or transaction you are trying to run in the background may not support the output format you have selected. For example, if you are trying to generate a report in a format that cannot be processed in the background (like certain interactive formats), this error may occur.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may be configured in such a way that certain operations are restricted from being executed in the background.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to execute the report in the background.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change Output Format: Ensure that the output format you are trying to use is compatible with background processing. For example, if you are trying to save the output as a spool request, ensure that it is set to save as a TemSe object or PDF.
  Run in Foreground: If the report or transaction does not support background execution, consider running it in the foreground instead.
  Check User Permissions: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report in the background. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand its capabilities and limitations regarding background processing.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you believe it should work, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  TemSe (Temporary Sequential File): This is a temporary storage area in SAP for spool requests and other temporary data. Understanding how TemSe works can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  Background Processing: Familiarize yourself with how background processing works in SAP, including the types of jobs that can be run in the background and the expected output formats.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your report or transaction as intended.