How To Fix DRF_OUTBOUND164 - File download to presentation server not permitted in background job

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRF_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 164

• Message text: File download to presentation server not permitted in background job

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND164 - File download to presentation server not permitted in background job ?

  The SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND164 indicates that a file download to the presentation server is not permitted when the process is running in the background. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute a background job that involves downloading data to the local presentation server (the user's machine) instead of the application server.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that background jobs in SAP do not have access to the user's presentation server. When a job is executed in the background, it runs on the application server, which does not have direct access to the local file system of the user's machine. Therefore, any attempt to download files to the presentation server from a background job will result in this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Run the Job in the Foreground:
  
  If possible, run the job in the foreground instead of as a background job. This way, the job will have access to the presentation server, and the file download can proceed without issues.
  
  
  
  Use Application Server for File Storage:
  
  Instead of trying to download files to the presentation server, modify the job to save the files directly to the application server. You can then access the files from the application server later.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Method for File Transfer:
  
  If you need to transfer files from the application server to the presentation server, consider using other methods such as:
  
  FTP/SFTP: Transfer files using FTP or SFTP from the application server to the local machine.
  SAP GUI Download: After the job has completed, you can manually download the files using the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Job Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the background job to ensure that it is set up correctly and that it does not attempt to perform operations that are not allowed in the background.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding background jobs and file handling to understand the limitations and best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 (to monitor background jobs) and SM36 (to create background jobs) for better management of your jobs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and successfully manage file downloads in your SAP environment.