How To Fix FR625 - Selections using document numbers are only permitted as test runs

FR625 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 625

• Message text: Selections using document numbers are only permitted as test runs

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FR625 - Details

• The SAP error message FR625 indicates that you are trying to execute a transaction or report that involves document numbers, but the system is set to only allow test runs for such selections. This typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling reports where document numbers are involved.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is configured to restrict the execution of certain reports or transactions that use document numbers to test runs only. This is often a safety feature to prevent unintended changes or postings in the live environment. The restriction can be due to:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to allow only test runs for specific reports or transactions that involve document numbers.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the report in a productive mode.
  Transaction Settings: The specific transaction code you are using may have been set up to only allow test runs