How To Fix AA758 - !! This processing can only be carried out as background processing !!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 758

• Message text: !! This processing can only be carried out as background processing !!

What causes this issue?

You have requested a function for the processing of bulk data. This
function leads to a drain on the system and has a negative effect on
response time. In order to prevent waiting times from becoming too
long, this processing is only possible as background processing.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

You should request all bulk processing in the form of background
processing. In particular, bulk processing that changes data can only
be carried out in the background. Please start the program with a
selection version as background processing (<LS>Program -> Execute in
background</>).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA758 - !! This processing can only be carried out as background processing !! ?

  The SAP error message AA758, which states "This processing can only be carried out as background processing," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when a user attempts to execute a transaction that is designed to run in the background rather than in the foreground. This is common for processes that involve large volumes of data or require significant processing time.
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute is intended to be run in the background. This is often the case for mass processing tasks, such as asset transfers, mass changes, or depreciation runs.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to enforce background processing for certain transactions to optimize performance and resource usage.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to run the transaction in the foreground.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Run in Background: To resolve the error, you should execute the transaction in the background. You can do this by:
  
  Using the "Program" option in the SAP GUI to schedule the job.
  Going to the transaction code (e.g., SACF for Asset Accounting) and selecting the option to run it in the background.
  Using the transaction code SM37 to monitor the job once it has been scheduled.
  
  
  
  Check Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are trying to execute. This can provide insights into the expected processing method.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction in the background. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust your permissions.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you believe it should not be running in the background, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for background processing, such as SM37 (Job Monitoring) and SM36 (Job Scheduling).
  Batch Jobs: Understand how to create and manage batch jobs in SAP, as many asset-related processes are designed to be executed as batch jobs.
  Performance Considerations: Running certain processes in the background can help improve system performance and reduce the load on the application server.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the AA758 error and successfully process your asset accounting transactions.