How To Fix D-220 - You need a type 'S' session in the overview to send a type 'I' session

D-220 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D- -

• Message number: 220

• Message text: You need a type 'S' session in the overview to send a type 'I' session

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D-220 - You need a type 'S' session in the overview to send a type 'I' session ?

  The SAP error message D-220 indicates that you are trying to send a type 'I' (interactive) session without having a type 'S' (background) session open in the overview. This error typically occurs in the context of using transaction codes that involve session management, such as when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific session type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Session Type Mismatch: The error arises because the system requires a type 'S' session to be open in the overview before you can send a type 'I' session. This is often related to the way SAP handles different types of sessions and their interactions.
  Incorrect Transaction Flow: You may be trying to execute a transaction that is not designed to be run in the current session type or without the necessary prerequisites.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Open a Type 'S' Session: 
  
  Start by opening a new session in SAP. You can do this by using the