How To Fix 5W120 - Object method requires dialog -> background processing not possible.

5W120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Object method requires dialog -> background processing not possible.

What causes this issue?

This object method must be performed online. Background processing is
not possible.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W120 - Object method requires dialog -> background processing not possible. ?

  The SAP error message 5W120 ("Object method requires dialog -> background processing not possible") typically occurs when a background job attempts to execute a method or function that requires user interaction or dialog input. This means that the method being called cannot run in the background because it expects some form of user input or interaction that is not available in a non-interactive session.
  Causes:
  
  Dialog Requirement: The method or function being called is designed to run in a dialog session and requires user input, such as confirmation messages or selection screens.
  Background Job Configuration: The background job is configured to run a program or function module that is not suitable for background processing.
  Function Module Restrictions: Some function modules are explicitly designed to be executed in a dialog context and will raise this error if called from a background job.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review the Program/Function: Check the program or function module being executed in the background