How To Fix /AIF/COMPRESS_MSGS022 - Report has to be executed in background via /aif/xml_compress

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/COMPRESS_MSGS -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Report has to be executed in background via /aif/xml_compress

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/COMPRESS_MSGS022 - Report has to be executed in background via /aif/xml_compress ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/COMPRESS_MSGS022 indicates that a report needs to be executed in the background using the transaction /AIF/XML_COMPRESS. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Application Interface Framework (AIF), which is used for managing and monitoring interfaces in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to process a large volume of messages or data that cannot be handled in the foreground due to performance constraints or system limitations. The system requires that the report be executed in the background to ensure that it can process the data efficiently without timing out or overloading the user interface.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to execute the specified report in the background. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Transaction Code: Go to the SAP GUI and enter the transaction code /AIF/XML_COMPRESS.
  
  
  Set Parameters: You may need to set specific parameters for the report execution, such as the selection criteria for the messages you want to process.
  
  
  Execute in Background:
  
  Instead of executing the report in the foreground, look for an option to run it in the background. This is usually done by selecting the "Execute in Background" option or using the appropriate button/menu option.
  Confirm any prompts that may appear.
  
  
  
  Monitor Job Status: After submitting the job, you can monitor its status using transaction code SM37 to check if it has completed successfully or if there were any issues during execution.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Performance Considerations: Running large reports in the background helps to avoid performance issues that can occur when processing large datasets in the foreground.
  Error Logs: If the background job fails, check the job logs for any error messages that can provide more insight into what went wrong.
  SAP Notes: It may be helpful to check for any relevant SAP Notes that address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling large message processing in AIF.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system is configured correctly for background processing, including appropriate job scheduling and resource allocation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the report in the background.