How To Fix 62774 - Either set background ID or enter key date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 774

• Message text: Either set background ID or enter key date

What causes this issue?

To start the report, you have to either set the indicator for a
periodic calculation in the batch (this is only possible in batch mode)
or explicitly specify a key date for the calculation (this is only
possible in online mode). In each case you must fill in exactly one of
the fields.

System Response

The system does not accept your entry.

How to fix this error?

To start the report as a batch job, set the indicator for periodic
calculation. The calculation key date is the same as the run date of
the batch job. To start the report online, specify the key date.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62774 - Either set background ID or enter key date ?

  The SAP error message 62774, which states "Either set background ID or enter key date," typically occurs in the context of background job scheduling or when dealing with certain transactions that require a specific date or background job ID to be specified.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires a background job ID or a key date, but neither has been provided.
  The system expects either a specific background job ID to be referenced or a key date to be entered for processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Set Background Job ID:
  
  If you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a background job ID, ensure that you have specified a valid background job ID in the relevant field.
  
  
  
  Enter Key Date:
  
  If the transaction requires a key date, make sure to enter a valid date in the designated field. This