How To Fix BMEN352 - The transaction cannot be executed in the background


BMEN352 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BMEN - Message Class for Area Menu Maintenance

  • Message number: 352

  • Message text: The transaction cannot be executed in the background

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  • What causes this issue?

    The transaction you have selected cannot be executed in the background.

    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


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BMEN352 - The transaction cannot be executed in the background ?
    The SAP error message BMEN352 indicates that a specific transaction cannot be executed in the background. This typically occurs when the transaction requires user interaction or is dependent on a user interface element that cannot be processed in a background job.
    
    Cause: User Interaction Required: The transaction may involve screens that require user input or confirmation, which cannot be provided in a background job. Dialog Steps: The transaction might have dialog steps that are not designed to run in the background. System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may restrict the execution of specific transactions in the background.
    Solution: Run in Foreground: If the transaction requires user interaction, run it in the foreground instead of scheduling it as a background job. Check Transaction Code: Verify if the transaction code is intended for background processing. You can check the documentation or SAP notes related to the transaction. Modify Job Steps: If you are trying to run

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