How To Fix D4031 - STARTDB4 with parameter value 2 must be executed in the background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: STARTDB4 with parameter value 2 must be executed in the background

What causes this issue?

STARTDB4 with parameter value '2' must 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?

If you use parameter value '2' please schedule the report STARTDB4 for
background processing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4031 - STARTDB4 with parameter value 2 must be executed in the background ?

  The SAP error message D4031 indicates that a specific operation or transaction cannot be executed in the foreground and must be run in the background instead. This is often related to tasks that require significant processing time or resources, which are not suitable for interactive execution.
  Cause:
  The error message D4031 with the parameter value 2 typically occurs when:
  
  A long-running process is initiated in the foreground, which can lead to performance issues or timeouts.
  The system is configured to restrict certain operations to background processing to ensure system stability and performance.
  The specific transaction or function module being called is designed to be executed in the background due to its resource-intensive nature.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should execute the transaction or process in the background. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Use Background Processing:
  
  If you are executing a transaction, look for an option to run it in the background. This is often available in the menu or as a button labeled "Execute in Background" or similar.
  In some cases, you can use the transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs and check their status.
  
  
  
  Schedule a Background Job:
  
  You can schedule a background job using transaction code SM36.
  Enter the job name, specify the program or transaction you want to run, and set the execution time.
  After scheduling, you can monitor the job's progress in SM37.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or report, review the code to ensure that it is designed to handle background processing correctly. You may need to implement logic to handle the execution context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or function module to understand its requirements and limitations regarding background processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SM36: Define Background Job
  SM21: System Log (to check for any related system messages)
  
  
  
  Performance Considerations:
  
  Running processes in the background can help improve system performance and user experience, especially for long-running tasks.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or function that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the D4031 error and successfully execute the required process in the background.