How To Fix FINS_FI_MASS_DATA112 - Program must be started from a transaction

FINS_FI_MASS_DATA112 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_MASS_DATA - Mass Data Handling

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Program must be started from a transaction

What causes this issue?

You have tried to start the report FINS_MASS_DATA_MASTER from a generic
or technical transaction such as SA38, SE38 or SE80.

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?

Start this report by using the appropriate business transaction.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FINS_FI_MASS_DATA112 - Details

• The SAP error message FINS_FI_MASS_DATA112 indicates that a program must be started from a transaction. This error typically occurs when you attempt to execute a program or report directly from the command line or through a method that does not initiate it within the context of a specific transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Execution Context: The program you are trying to run is designed to be executed within a specific transaction context. This means it requires certain parameters or settings that are only available when initiated from a transaction.
  Missing Transaction Code: You may be trying to run a program that is not linked to a transaction code, or you are using an incorrect transaction code.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can also arise due to insufficient authorizations to execute the program in the intended manner.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the Correct Transaction Code: Identify the correct transaction code associated with the program you are trying to run. You can usually